Environmental Economics and Energy

Postdoc

School of Business, Society, and Engineering at Mälardalen University is seeking a Postdoc in Environmental Economics and Energy. The postdoctoral fellow will primarily conduct research in environmental and energy economics in collaboration with the economics research group and other colleagues at the school. This research may build on work carried out in the applicant's doctoral dissertation. Additionally, the postdoctoral fellow will contribute to teaching in economics courses as a complementary resource. Teaching responsibilities will not exceed 20% of the full-time position.

Qualifications

The applicant is required to have a PhD degree in Economics.
The applicant must have completed the degree no more than three years before the end of the application period. You have not previously held a position as a postdoctoral researcher in the same or related subject area at Mälardalen University that exceeds one year.

The candidate should demonstrate:

Strong theoretical knowledge in economics.
Proficiency in quantitative research methods.
Excellent communication skills in both spoken and written English.
The successful candidate is expected to be responsible and reliable, well-organized and structured, proactive and driven in their work, flexible and adaptable, capable of working both independently and collaboratively, and socially skilled.
Mälardalen University (MDU) values the qualities that an even distribution of age and gender, as well as ethnic and cultural diversity, can contribute to the organization.

Additional merits:

Experience in international research collaborations.
Scientific publication record.
Other research-related assignments.
Documented teaching experience.
Experience working in interdisciplinary contexts.
Knowledge of or an interest in the Swedish language is considered advantageous.

Selection will be based on the quality and relevance of the candidate’s scientific work to the advertised position. In an overall assessment of suitability, emphasis is also placed on personal abilities.

Location: Västerås – Sweden

Deadline: 31 January 2025

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