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Research Centre for the Management of Agricultural and Environmental Risks (CEIGRAM) - Universidad P; España; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

CEIGRAM — Research Centre for the Management of Agricultural and Environmental Risks, Universidad Politécnica de Madrid (UPM), Madrid, invites applications for a Master-level researcher in Agricultural Economics and risk management. You will study agricultural risks and assess insurance and financial instruments for climate adaptation.

Requirements include a Master’s in Agricultural Economics or Agro-environmental Technologies, strong data skills, and proven report writing ability, with fluency

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Agricultural Engineering, Agro-environmental Engineering, or Agricultural Sciences and Bioeconomics.
• A Master's degree in Agricultural Economics or in Agro-environmental Technologies for Sustainable Agriculture will be considered an asset.
• Essential: Ability to work with databases, perform graphical and statistical analysis.
• Previous experience in report writing will be valued, along with:
• Knowledge of sustainability in the agri-food sector
• Data analysis and curation
• R programming.

Responsibilities

• Study of agricultural risks within the agricultural sector.
• Analysis of the development of insurance and other financial instruments for adapting agricultural systems to climate change; analysis of decision-making by farmers, financial institutions, and insurance companies regarding the management of agricultural and environmental risks.

Skills

Database management

Data analysis

R programming

Report writing

Sustainability in agri-food sector

Education

Bachelor's degree in Agricultural Engineering, Agro-environmental Engineering, or Agricultural Sciences and Bioeconomics

Master's degree in Agricultural Economics or Agro-environmental Technologies for Sustainable Agriculture

Job description

Research Centre for the Management of Agricultural and Environmental Risks (CEIGRAM) - Universidad Politécnica de Madrid (UPM)

Organisation/Company Research Centre for the Management of Agricultural and Environmental Risks (CEIGRAM) - Universidad Politécnica de Madrid (UPM) Research Field Agricultural sciences » Agronomics Economics » Agricultural economics Researcher Profile First Stage Researcher (R1) Positions Master Positions Application Deadline 9 Nov 2026 - 14:00 (Europe/Madrid) Country Spain Type of Contract Permanent Job Status Full-time Hours Per Week 37,5 Offer Starting Date 26 Oct 2026 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Horizon Europe (other) Reference Number 101328919 Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

RESEARCH AREA: Agricultural Economics and the sustainability of the European agricultural sector.

TASKS: Study of agricultural risks within the agricultural sector. Analysis of the development of insurance and other financial instruments for adapting agricultural systems to climate change; analysis of decision-making by farmers, financial institutions, and insurance companies regarding the management of agricultural and environmental risks.

Requirements

Research Field Agricultural sciences » Agronomics Education Level Master Degree or equivalent

Research Field Economics » Agricultural economics Education Level Master Degree or equivalent

Skills/Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Agricultural Engineering, Agro-environmental Engineering, or Agricultural Sciences and Bioeconomics

A Master's degree in Agricultural Economics or in Agro-environmental Technologies for Sustainable Agriculture will be considered an asset.

Essential: Ability to work with databases, perform graphical and statistical analysis.

Previous experience in report writing will be valued, along with:

• Knowledge of sustainability in the agri-food sector
• Data analysis and curation
• R programming

Specific Requirements

Prior knowledge of database management, statistical analysis, and data visualization.

Knowledge of the agri-food sector in Spain and Europe.

Experience in sustainability analysis within the agri-food sector.

Prior experience in publishing scientific reports. High level of English and Spanish proficiency (minimum B2).

Ability to work in a team and communicate with funding bodies. Must reside in Spain. Work location: CEIGRAM, UPM, Madrid.

Languages SPANISH Level Excellent

Languages ENGLISH Level Excellent

Research Field Agricultural sciences » Agronomics Years of Research Experience 1 - 4

Research Field Economics » Agricultural economics Years of Research Experience 1 - 4

Additional Information

The person hired will join the research team and gain insight into the research, training, and knowledge-transfer activities carried out at CEIGRAM. CEIGRAM—the Center for Studies and Research on the Management of Agricultural and Environmental Risks—is one of the 19 research centers at the Polytechnic University of Madrid (Universidad Politécnica de Madrid). It serves as a hub for research and knowledge generation, focusing on the development of methodologies to address growing concerns regarding risk management strategies—covering production, market, and environmental risks—faced by the agricultural sector. The person hired will also benefit from training activities organized for all researchers and management staff. Participation in the European project will provide the individual with valuable experience and the opportunity to engage with European research networks.

Eligibility criteria

SELECTION COMMITTEE: Ana María Tarquis Alfonso, University Professor (President); Paloma Esteve Bengoechea, Contracted Professor (UPM) (Vocal); Katerina Kucerova, CEIGRAM Team (Secretary).

The application deadline is November 9, 2026 (14:00).

Selection process

SELECTION CRITERIA: 1ST EVALUATION ROUND: Percentage of the maximum possible score based on the total sum of assessments A+B+C+D+E+F/30: A) Education/Training (0: does not meet requirements / 5: fully meets requirements); B) Knowledge of the agri-food system in Spain and Europe (0: none / 5: fully meets all requirements); C) Experience in database management (0: does not meet requirements / 5: fully meets requirements); D) Data processing and use of R (0: does not meet requirements / 5: fully meets requirements); E) Specific requirements: languages, experience, and other aspects to be evaluated (0: does not meet requirements / 5: fully meets requirements); F) Suitability for the role, research area, and tasks = Average score (on a scale of 0–5) reflecting the degree of alignment between the candidate’s CV and the desired profile. Supporting documentation for qualifications may be requested. Candidates who achieve more than 90% of the maximum possible score may be invited to participate in the 2ND EVALUATION ROUND: INTERVIEW.