Senior Scientist, renewable energy

7 Feb 2024
Job Information

Organisation/Company

Natural Resources Institute Finland (Luke)

Research Field

Geography » Economic geography
Technology » Energy technology
Engineering » Other
Economics » Political economy

Researcher Profile

Recognised Researcher (R2)

Country

Finland

Application Deadline

19 Feb 2024 - 14:00 (UTC)

Type of Contract

Temporary

Job Status

Full-time

Hours Per Week

38

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by an EU programme

Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Offer Description

The task is part of the RePower project, which examines the interaction between global geopolitics and natural resources as part of the green transition. In the task, a road map of the developing systems of renewable energy is compiled.

The EU is seeking to cut its dependency of Russian fossil fuels and accelerate the transition to clean energy. To this end, the EU has launched the REPowerEU plan, which is part of the Recovery and Resilience Facility (RRF). The Recovery and Resilience plan is part of Finland's Sustainable Growth Programme, which accelerates reforms and investments.

The Natural Resources Institute Finland's RePower project examines the interaction between global geopolitics and natural resource management as part of the green transition. The project studies the impact of wind and solar power on the loss of natural values, as well as responsible renewable energy construction, social acceptability, and the reconciliation of different regional characteristics of land use. In addition, information will also be generated on data-driven optimisation of the use of energy sources, and the economic competitiveness of renewable energy production and products, their synergistic integration with existing energy systems and potential for improving resource efficiency, the suitability of incentives and the economic and regional impacts and value added are assessed.

The different components of the project will be used to draw up a roadmap for emerging renewable energy systems as part of Finland's energy system. The primary task of the senior scientist is to bring together the results of different work packages so that they can be used to develop a roadmap for more self-sufficient energy system with much greater use of renewable energy. The senior scientist is responsible for the roadmap in a coordinating role. The senior scientist works closely with all work packages and will receive guidance from Luke's RePower steering group. The senior scientist will contribute to the acquisition of data and in particular to the reporting of the results as required by the funders and in the form of scientific articles.

Our expectations of the applicant

The post is open to a person having PhD-degree in relevant higher university degree. The senior scientist should have strong expertise in the field of renewable energy and (geo)politics and/or (geo)economics, an understanding of techno-economic changes from a transition perspective, and the ability to analyse large-scale systemic changes in the operating environment, especially in the energy system. Methodological skills in roadmaps and scenario building will be an asset. The applicant should have experience in research project implementation and scientific writing. In addition, communication and collaboration skills are required to apply and translate research knowledge into practice and to collaborate efficiently with researchers from different disciplines. The task requires strong stakeholder engagement, ability and willingness to network as well as fluent Finnish and English language skills.

BenefitsOur mobile work model allows you to work in Finland in the location most appropriate for your work. In addition, we provide flexible hours, and as your employment with us continues, long vacations. We offer lunch benefits, as well as sports, culture or commuting support.

For international recruits, we provide a relocation package, which includes concrete support for coming to Finland and Luke (eg. residence permit, various registration procedures, banking and taxation, finding an apartment).

Clarifications

The person selected for the position might need to undergo standard security clearance vetting with the applicant’s consent (Security Clearance Act 726/2014). More detailed information on the procedure and the subject's rights is available at www.supo.fi .

Contact

Johanna Routa
Research manager, Senior Scientist
+358 29 532 5045
[email protected]
Saija Rasi
Principal Scientist
+358 29 532 6469
[email protected]

How to apply

Primarily, we request applicants to submit their applications electronically via the Valtiolle.fi service. However, you can also apply for this job by delivering your application to the Registry Office’s postal address. Both the application and the envelope must feature the ID number of the position applied for. The letter must be delivered by the end of the application period.

Organization

Natural Resources Institute Finland (Luke) is a research and expert organisation that builds sustainable future and well-being from renewable natural resources. Through research, we create value and solutions for our customers and society by solving local and global challenges.

Being open-minded, curious, and having a strong will to make a positive impact in the world bind Luke people together. We value our diverse working community consisting of people with different backgrounds and cultures and promote equality. Sustainability is included in all our operations.

Location
Helsinki

Requirements

Research Field

Geography

Years of Research Experience

4 - 10

Research Field

Technology

Years of Research Experience

4 - 10

Research Field

Engineering

Years of Research Experience

4 - 10

Research Field

Economics

Years of Research Experience

4 - 10

Additional Information

Website for additional job details

https://academicpositions.com

Work Location(s)

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

Natural Resources Institute Finland (Luke)

Country

Finland

City

Helsinki

Postal Code

FI-00790

Street

Latokartanonkaari 9

Where to apply

Website

https://academicpositions.com/ad/natural-resources-institute-finland-luke/2024/…

Contact

City

Helsinki

Website

https://www.luke.fi/en/

Postal Code

FI-00790

STATUS: EXPIRED