Postdoc in Strategies for Just and Equitable Transition in Europe

22 Feb 2024
Job Information

Organisation/Company

Utrecht University

Research Field

Cultural studies

Researcher Profile

Recognised Researcher (R2)

Country

Netherlands

Application Deadline

23 Feb 2024 - 22:59 (UTC)

Type of Contract

Temporary

Job Status

Not Applicable

Hours Per Week

40.0

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 department of Human Geography and Spatial Planning at Utrecht University is looking for a postdoc researcher to work in a Horizon Europe research project on the relationship between the Twin Transition and inequalities.

Your job
The ST4TE project investigates the impact of the green, digital and twin transition on inequalities among individuals and territories on the one hand and, on the other, to explore the way in which existing inequalities affect the transition paths creating cycles of inequalities and slow transition.

You will engage in the following research tasks:

to identify the emerging technologies that contribute to the two transitions;

to map the twin technological capabilities of European regions and cities to identify different pathways of transition;

to map green, digital and twin scientific capabilities of European regions and cities;

to assess the degree of overlap between the scientific and technological base of regions in Europe (green, digital, twin).

You will work closely with Professor Ron Boschma and Dr Pierre-Alex Balland and become a member of the international consortium, including the universities of UNI-MERIT, Ferrara and Gran Sasso Science Institute, among other partners. You will (co-)organise consortium meetings and lead in making and presenting research outputs.

Requirements
Specific Requirements

You are an enthusiastic and motivated researcher who has:

• a PhD degree in a relevant scientific discipline such as economic geography, human geography, sustainable development, or transition studies;
• excellent academic skills and demonstrated experience concerning quantitative data collection, analysis and interpretation, stakeholder engagement, and research ethics;
• in-depth knowledge of and/or strong affinity with studies in digital and green transition, regional studies, economics of innovation, and (evolutionary) economic geography;
• demonstrated experience in publishing academic work;
• an excellent command of the English language and strong (academic) writing skills;
• an ability to work both independently and in a team;
• excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Additional Information
Benefits

We offer:

• a position for two years;
• a gross monthly salary between €3,226 and €5,090 in the case of full-time employment (salary scale 10 under the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities (CAO NU);
• 8% holiday pay and 8.3% year-end bonus;
• a pension scheme, partially paid parental leave and flexible terms of employment based on the CAO NU.

In addition to the terms of employment laid down in the CAO NU, Utrecht University has a number of schemes and facilities of its own for employees. This includes schemes facilitating professional development , leave schemes and schemes for sports and cultural activities , as well as discounts on software and other IT products. We also offer access to additional employee benefits through our Terms of Employment Options Model. In this way, we encourage our employees to continue to invest in their growth. For more information, please visit Working at Utrecht University .

Selection process

As Utrecht University, we want to be a home for everyone. We value staff with diverse backgrounds, perspectives and identities, including cultural, religious or ethnic background, gender, sexual orientation, disability or age. We strive to create a safe and inclusive environment in which everyone can flourish and contribute.

To apply, please send your curriculum vitae, including a letter of motivation, via the ‘apply now’ button.

Additional comments

For more information, please contact contact Professor Ron Boschma (Professor of Regional Economics) at [email protected] or Dr Pierre-Alex Balland (Associate Professor of Geography of Innovation) at [email protected] .

Candidates for this vacancy will be recruited by Utrecht University.

Website for additional job details

https://www.academictransfer.com/338075/

Work Location(s)

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

Universiteit Utrecht

Country

Netherlands

City

Utrecht

Postal Code

3584CB

Street

Princetonlaan 8a

Geofield

Where to apply

Website

https://www.academictransfer.com/en/338075/postdoc-in-strategies-for-just-and-e…

Contact

City

Utrecht

Website

http://www.uu.nl/

Street

Domplein 29

Postal Code

3512 JE

STATUS: EXPIRED