Scientist (f/m/x) in Energy Economics

TN Germany; Leipzig; Vor Ort; EUR 50.000 - 70.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading research center in Germany seeks a scientist specializing in energy economics. The role focuses on analyzing renewable energy policies and land-use economics, contributing to sustainability transformations. Candidates should possess a Master's or PhD in economics and have experience with quantitative methods. Flexible working hours and additional benefits are offered.

Leistungen

Flexible Working Hours

Family-Friendly Options

Annual Payments

Capital-Forming Benefits

Subsidized Germany Job Ticket

Qualifikationen

• Master's or PhD in economics or related fields.
• Experience with quantitative methods like econometrics.

Aufgaben

• Analyze renewable energy systems and landscapes.
• Develop and design policy briefs.
• Publish results in scientific journals.

Kenntnisse

Quantitative Methods

Econometrics

Agent-Based Modeling

Knowledge of Energy Policies

Knowledge of Environmental Policies

Knowledge of Land-Use Policies

Proficiency in German

Proficiency in English

Ausbildung

Master's in Economics

PhD in Economics

Jobbeschreibung

Job Description

The UFZ

The Helmholtz Centre for Environmental Research (UFZ), with its 1,100 employees, is an international competence centre for environmental sciences and part of the Helmholtz association, Germany's largest scientific organization. Our mission is to balance social development with the long-term protection of natural resources.

The Job

We are seeking a scientist in the field of energy economics to join our Department of Economics. The position is to be filled as soon as possible. The focus is on land-use oriented energy economics concerning sustainability transformations, evaluating renewable energy policies, optimizing emerging energy landscapes, and analyzing climate and energy policies, including CDR options. The role involves collecting, systematizing, and applying quantitative and qualitative approaches to support policy recommendations.

Specific Tasks

• Analyze renewable energy systems, landscapes, and economics of carbon dioxide removal
• Assess implications for relevant policy developments
• Develop and design policy briefs
• Publish results in scientific journals and present at conferences

We Offer

• The opportunity to tackle challenging research that bridges theory and practice
• Work within interdisciplinary, international teams benefiting from diverse perspectives
• Integration into national and international research networks addressing global challenges
• Access to excellent research infrastructure and data management
• Flexible working hours and family-friendly options through our family office
• Support for international colleagues from the 'International Office'
• Additional benefits including annual payments, capital-forming benefits, and subsidized Germany Job Ticket
• A vibrant regional setting with high quality of life and cultural diversity

Your Profile

• Master’s or PhD in economics or related fields such as institutional, environmental, or energy economics
• Experience with quantitative methods like econometrics or agent-based modeling
• Knowledge of energy, environmental, or land-use policies is advantageous
• Proficiency in German and English