Research Fellow in macrofinancial policy for the green transition

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative research opportunity awaits a dynamic individual passionate about macrofinancial policy and the green transition. This role focuses on advancing central banks' alignment with sustainable policies and coordinating with various government sectors. The successful candidate will engage in impactful research, addressing vital issues like nature loss and inflation dynamics, while exploring unorthodox fiscal policies. Join a forward-thinking institution that values your contributions to environmental and economic sustainability, offering a collaborative environment and numerous benefits to enhance your work-life balance.

Benefits

41 days holiday

Defined benefit pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

On-site nursery

On-site gym

Enhanced parental pay

Employee assistance programme

Discounted medical insurance

Qualifications

• Background in macroeconomic and financial policy.
• Interest in environmental transition and policy influence.

Responsibilities

• Lead research on nature loss implications for inflation dynamics.
• Develop policy responses for a green transition.

Skills

Macroeconomic Policy

Financial Policy

Research Skills

Policy Advocacy

Education

PhD in Economics or related field

Master's Degree with relevant experience

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Research Fellow in macrofinancial policy for the green transition, London

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Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

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About the role

UCL IIPP is seeking a Research Fellow (RF) with a background and interest in macroeconomic policy, financial policy, and the environmental transition. The RF will primarily work on a project to advance the alignment of central banks and financial supervisors with the goal of a green and just transition, and to ensure their coordination with other parts of government, including ministries of finance and industrial policy.

About you

This position involves research and policy advocacy, with flexibility depending on the candidate's interests and background. We welcome applications from candidates with or finishing PhDs interested in research, as well as those with a master's level qualification and relevant work experience with a policy influence background. The candidate will lead research on the implications of nature loss and nature transition policies on inflation dynamics, and develop potential policy responses. This includes reviewing policies used to tackle supply-side shocks in high-income economies, such as different inflation targeting frameworks, unorthodox fiscal policies like price controls, tax policies, and buffer stocks in sectors like energy, housing, and food, as part of a broader monetary-fiscal coordination agenda supporting a green transition.

What we offer

We offer exciting opportunities and benefits, including:

• 41 days holiday (including 27 days annual leave, 8 bank holidays, and 6 closure days)
• Defined benefit career average revalued earnings pension scheme (CARE)
• Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan
• On-site nursery
• On-site gym
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay
• Employee assistance programme: Staff Support Service
• Discounted medical insurance