Ph.D. position in Sustainable Energy Policy at the University of New Hampshire, Durham, NH, USA

University of New Hampshire- Spandagos Lab, United States

Updated: 4 months ago
Location: Durham, PENNSYLVANIA
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: 31 Jan 2024

8 Jan 2024
Job Information
Organisation/Company

University of New Hampshire- Spandagos Lab
Department

Department of Natural Resources and the Environment
Research Field

Economics » Environmental economics
Environmental science » Natural resources management
Engineering » Other
Researcher Profile

Leading Researcher (R4)
Country

United States
Application Deadline

31 Jan 2024 - 23:59 (America/New_York)
Type of Contract

Other
Job Status

Full-time
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 Spandagos Lab at the University of New Hampshire is seeking a highly-motivated Ph.D. student interested in sustainable energy transitions and policy.
 
The Lab: The Spandagos Lab, located at the Department of Natural Resources and the Environment (NREN), addresses questions of US and international energy policy, including the connections between the social, economic, environmental, and technological components of the energy transition- with a strong focus on addressing issues of environmental and energy justice. By combining engineering, economics, data science and social science methods, we develop interdisciplinary, state-of-the-art tools to effectively guide policy-making towards a sustainable and just energy future for all people. In this way, we contribute to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals : Affordable and Clean Energy, Reduced Inequalities, Sustainable Cities and Communities and Climate Action.

Key research themes include: 1) Equitable and just energy transitions, 2) Energy behaviors and technology adoption, and 3) Interdisciplinary models of socio-technical energy systems. More details about these themes can be found here . The methods we use include but are not limited to machine learning, agent-based modeling, econometrics, behavioral experiments and surveys. Our work is often published in some of the most impactful scientific journals and featured on popular international media. Examples of key publications can be found here , here and here .
 
The Ph.D. position: The position will start in Fall 2024. The successful applicant will be admitted to the Ph.D. program in Natural Resources and Earth Systems Science (NRESS), an interdepartmental program which offers graduate students the opportunity to pursue interdisciplinary research on environmentally-relevant topics, advance solutions to pressing issues, and engage stakeholders. Information about the NRESS program can be found here . The Ph.D. student will develop unique project components that coincide with the key themes of the Spandagos Lab. The student will be expected to present results at scientific conferences and lead publications in high-impact scientific journals.
 
Funding: Stipend, health insurance, tuition, and all project operating costs will be provided. The student will be funded through a combination of Teaching and Research Assistantships.
 


Read the full announcement here: https://spandagos.weebly.com/opportunities.html
Requirements
Research Field
All
Education Level
Bachelor Degree or equivalent

Skills/Qualifications

Essential qualifications:

  • A bachelor’s degree in engineering, economics, public policy, behavioral science, or any field relevant to energy, the environment, climate change and sustainability- with a minimum GPA of 3.0.
  • Demonstrated interest in energy and environmental policy, the human dimensions of the energy transition, or in energy and environmental justice.
  • High independence and a strong work ethic.
  • Desire to conduct interdisciplinary work.

 
Desired qualifications include:

  • A master’s degree in engineering, economics, public policy, behavioral science or any field relevant to energy, the environment, climate change and sustainability.
  • Strong quantitative and/or modeling skills. Strong and demonstrated skills in a programming language such as Python, STATA, Matlab, R or GAMS are especially desired. Interest and/or experience in machine learning, agent-based modeling, energy systems modeling, or econometric methods are especially desired.
  • Strong communication and writing skills.

Specific Requirements

 


    Languages
    ENGLISH
    Level
    Excellent

    Additional Information
    Benefits

    Stipend, health insurance, tuition.


    Selection process

    Application instructions and timeline: To express interest, please email Constantine Spandagos ([email protected] ) with the subject line "Ph.D. Spandagos Lab" and attach a single PDF file that includes the following:
    a) Your academic CV.
    b) A brief summary of your background, research experience and skills.
    c) How you would contribute to the Lab’s work.
    d) Contact information for three references (letters are not required at this stage).

    We will curate a short-list and contact finalists for interviews in early 2024.

    Diversity and inclusion are important values in our Lab. Applications from members of historically underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged.


    Website for additional job details

    https://spandagos.weebly.com/opportunities.html

    Work Location(s)
    Number of offers available
    1
    Company/Institute
    University of New Hampshire
    Country
    United States
    State/Province
    New Hampshire
    City
    Durham
    Postal Code
    03824
    Geofield


    Where to apply
    E-mail

    [email protected]

    Contact
    State/Province

    New Hampshire
    City

    Durham
    Website

    https://www.unh.edu/
    Street

    James Hall, 56 College Road
    Postal Code

    03824
    E-Mail

    [email protected]

    STATUS: EXPIRED

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