PhD. Research Positions in Deep Decarbonisation

International Society for Industrial Ecology; Victoria; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research university in Canada is inviting applications for two PhD positions focused on deep decarbonisation. Candidates will develop innovative environment-economy models aimed at supporting policy and investment in the low carbon transition. Ideal applicants will have relevant academic backgrounds and communication skills. Applications are due by February 1, 2024.

Qualifications

• Candidates should have experience in economic input-output analysis.
• Additional skills in integrated assessment modelling or economic systems modelling are desirable.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English are required.

Responsibilities

• Development of next generation environment-economy models for policy support.
• Support investment in the low carbon transition.

Skills

Economic input-output analysis

Excellent communication skills

Integrated assessment modelling

Economic systems modelling

Material and energy flow analysis

Complex systems

Education

Background in industrial ecology, ecological economics, or related fields

Job description

PhD. Research Positions in Deep Decarbonisation

Applications are invited for two PhD. positions in Strategies for Deep Decarbonisation. The research positions involve development of next generation environment-economy models to support policy and investment in the low carbon transition.

Candidates should have a background in industrial ecology, ecological economics, sustainability science, economics, engineering, environmental studies, or similar, and have experience in economic input-output analysis. Additional skills in any of the following areas would be an asset: integrated assessment modelling; economic systems modelling (e.g. using EViews); material and energy flow analysis; complex systems. Excellent oral and written communication skills in English are required.

The University of Victoria (http://www.uvic.ca/ ) is situated in the City of Victoria, the capital of British Columbia, at the southeast tip of Vancouver Island. Founded in 1963, the University is ranked as one of the leading universities in Canada with a reputation for excellence in research and teaching. Victoria is one of the most scenic locales in Canada with a pleasant climate year round.

Applicants should send a cover letter, detailed CV (including list of publications, if any), one-page statement of research experience and interests, and names and contact information of three references to Professor Chris Kennedy ([e-mail]).

The review of applications will begin on February 1, 2024, and will continue until the positions are filled.

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