Alternative protein and cultured food: agrofood policy, economic and management analysis

ALMA MATER STUDIORUM - UNIVERSITA' DI BOLOGNA - - DIPARTIMENTO DI SCIENZE E TECNOLOGIE AGRO-ALIMENTA; Italia; In loco; EUR 30.000 - 50.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

An Italian university seeks a researcher in agricultural sciences for a project focused on sustainable food systems. The role involves analyzing alternative proteins and their market impacts, conducting stakeholder engagement, and preparing scientific outputs. Candidates should have a strong background in statistical and economic analyses, alongside a PhD in agricultural sciences or related fields. This position contributes to the understanding and integration of innovative food solutions within European agri-food value chains, supporting the transition to sustainability.

Competenze

• Experience in conducting literature reviews in sustainable food systems.
• Ability to analyze production and market impact data.
• Strong background in preparing scientific reports.

Mansioni

• Conduct statistical-economic analyses for alternative proteins.
• Engage stakeholders along the food value chain.
• Develop policy recommendations based on research findings.

Conoscenze

Statistical-economic analysis

Data analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Multivariate analysis

Formazione

PhD or equivalent in Agricultural Sciences or related field

Descrizione del lavoro

ALMA MATER STUDIORUM - UNIVERSITA' DI BOLOGNA - - DIPARTIMENTO DI SCIENZE E TECNOLOGIE AGRO-ALIMENTARI

Organisation/Company ALMA MATER STUDIORUM - UNIVERSITA' DI BOLOGNA - - DIPARTIMENTO DI SCIENZE E TECNOLOGIE AGRO-ALIMENTARI Research Field Agricultural sciences » Enology Economics Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) Leading Researcher (R4) First Stage Researcher (R1) Established Researcher (R3) Country Italy Application Deadline 25 Jan 2026 - 23:59 (UTC) Type of Contract To be defined Job Status Not Applicable Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

The project analyzes plant-based, fermented, fungal, algae-based, insect-based, and cultivated meat/seafood alternative proteins as levers for making the European food system more sustainable. The expansion of these products requires new value chain governance models, transparency, traceability, and adequate regulatory frameworks. The activities include: a review of literature and policies; data analysis on production, markets, and impacts; stakeholder engagement along the value chain; regulatory mapping and development of policy recommendations; international case studies and the production of scientific outputs. The researcher will conduct statistical-economic analyses, collect data through interviews and focus groups, perform multivariate analyses, and prepare reports, contributing to the development of business models and strategies for integrating alternative proteins into European agri-food value chains.

• Italy

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• OTHER

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Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute ALMA MATER STUDIORUM - UNIVERSITA' DI BOLOGNA - - DIPARTIMENTO DI SCIENZE E TECNOLOGIE AGRO-ALIMENTARI Country Italy Geofield