PhD Position within Investment and Policy Analysis under uncertainty for CCS Value Chains

Arbeidsplassen; Trondheim; On-site; NOK 551,000; Full time

Job summary

A temporary PhD position at NTNU focused on investment and policy analysis for CCS value chains is available. The role involves developing methodologies for decision-making under uncertainty, contributing to significant research outputs, and working in a collaborative international environment.

Benefits

Career development and guidance

Norwegian language training

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Master's degree or equivalent in relevant fields with a minimum grade of B.
• Experience in decision-making under uncertainty and the CCS sector beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Conduct PhD research within 3 years, publish findings.
• Participate in center meetings and develop collaborations.

Skills

Excellent English skills

Teamwork skills

Communication skills

Education

Master's degree in mathematical economics or related fields

Job description

PhD Position within Investment and Policy Analysis under uncertainty for CCS Value Chains

NTNU is a broad-based university with a technical-scientific profile and a focus on professional education. The university is located in Trondheim, Gjøvik, and Ålesund.

At NTNU, 9,000 employees and 43,000 students work to create knowledge for a better world.

More information about working at NTNU and the application process can be found here.

About the Research Centre

There is a temporary PhD position for 3 years at the Department of Industrial Economics and Technology Management, Section of Managerial Economics, Finance, and Operations Research, located at NTNU's campus in Trondheim. This position is part of the PhD program at the Faculty of Economics and Management.

The PhD is linked to the Research Centre for Carbon Capture and Storage, gigaCCS, focusing on Mission Area 4: CCS value chains. More about the centre is available at www.gigaccs.no.

Work Package Details

The position will contribute to WP 4.1, focusing on policy, governance, and regulations to facilitate CCS deployment, including identifying suitable policies, governance strategies for large-scale infrastructure, and regulatory regimes for CO₂ storage and cross-border transport.

Position Overview

The project aims to develop methodologies for investment decision-making under uncertainty in the CCS value chain, analyze policy impacts, and propose risk-sharing mechanisms among stakeholders. The work will produce 3-4 scholarly articles as part of WP 4.1, supervised by Professor Verena Hagspiel-Janssen and co-supervised by Dr. Simon Roussanaly.

Responsibilities

• Conduct a PhD research project within 3 years, including coursework and dissemination.
• Participate in center meetings and develop collaborations.
• Publish research findings in conferences and journals.

Qualifications

• A master's degree (or equivalent) in mathematical economics, quantitative finance, energy economics, operations research, or related fields, with a minimum grade of B.
• Excellent English skills, both oral and written.

Additional advantageous qualifications include relevant background or experience in the project topics, real options analysis, decision-making under uncertainty, CCS sector experience, and research publications.

Personal Attributes

• Responsibility, initiative, independence, teamwork skills, structured work approach, communication skills, flexibility, and solution orientation.

What We Offer

• An impactful research environment with international colleagues.
• Career development and guidance.
• Inclusive workplace and employee benefits, including Norwegian language training and pension scheme.

Diversity and Equality

NTNU values diversity and aims to reflect societal composition, fostering an inclusive environment. Applications from all backgrounds are encouraged.

Salary and Conditions

The gross annual salary is approximately NOK 550,800, with a 2% pension contribution. The appointment is for 3 years, conditional on admission to NTNU's PhD program. The position is funded externally.

Application Process

Applications must include a motivation letter, CV, copies of diplomas and transcripts, a project outline, references, and any relevant publications. All documents should be in English and submitted electronically via Jobbnorge.no by the deadline, 17.08.2025.

Additional Information

Applicants may request exemption from public listing. For questions, contact Professor Verena Hagspiel-Janssen or HR Advisor Hilde Selli Egelie.

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