Postdoctoral Researcher in Post-Growth Policymaking – MERGE

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Postdoctoral Researcher in Post-Growth Policymaking – MERGE

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Offer DescriptionIn collaboration with a team of modellers, this position will contribute to the development of a novel ecological macroeconomic model designed to explore post-growth policy packages. The model will go beyond GDP, to include a wide range of indicators of human well-being and environmental sustainability (such as those in the “Doughnut” of social and planetary boundaries).The candidate will engage with European policymakers (i.e. with a co-creative workshop) to identify their modelling needs and barriers to the uptake of post-growth models. We are particularly interested in understanding what makes policymakers use the particular models they do. For instance, is it a case of institutional lock-in, technical issues, political issues, or perceived legitimacy of different modelling approaches?The researcher will then apply methods such as semi-structured interviews and multi-criteria analysis to evaluate the potential of different post-growth modelling approaches to meet the needs of policymakers and model indicators and policies that are relevant for a post-growth economy.This information will feed into the development of an ecological macroeconomic model, which will be used to assess different policy packages aimed at achieving a sustainable economy. Building on this work, the candidate will produce a high-profile policy brief showcasing how modelling indicators that go beyond GDP can lead to very different policy priorities.In addition, the successful candidate may also contribute to research mapping policy proposals from different visions, with a focus on alternatives to growth-oriented proposals such as degrowth. They will investigate the barriers that might hinder the adoption of post-growth policies, and explore pathways to increase the feasibility of post-growth policies.Gross salary per year: 36.374,40 €Where to apply WebsiteRequirementsResearch Field Economics Education Level PhD or equivalentResearch Field Environmental science Education Level PhD or equivalentResearch Field Sociology Education Level PhD or equivalentResearch Field Political sciences Education Level PhD or equivalentSkills/Qualifications● A PhD in an area such as ecological economics, sustainability science, political science, sociology, natural/social sciences, or a related field. Completion of a PhD by the start date of the contract is a requirement for the position.● A track record of relevant research publications in internationally recognised journals● Expertise in qualitative research methods (e.g. semi-structured interviews, co-creative workshops, Q methodology, focus groups, etc.)● Knowledge of post-growth research topics (in particular, indicators and policies for a post-growth economy)

● An interest in ecological macroeconomic models● An interest in working with policymakers to ensure knowledge exchange and research impact● Motivation and initiative to work both independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team● Excellent verbal and written communications skills● Excellent organisational and time management skills● Fluency in EnglishSpecific RequirementsExpertise in quantitative research methods (e.g. multi-criteria analysis, surveys, system dynamics)● Experience with policymaking and knowledge exchange● Experience in facilitation techniques● Knowledge of additional topics such as public policy, transformation studies, political ecology, human well-being, gender studies, provisioning systems, the policy cycle, or the Doughnut of social and planetary boundaries● Proficiency in Spanish and/or Catalan, or any other European languagesLanguages ENGLISH Level ExcellentResearch Field EconomicsEducational sciencesSociologyPolitical sciences Years of Research Experience 1 – 4Additional InformationEligibility criteria

• Suitability of CV (max. 50)

▪ PhD in the specialist area (30), other PhD (10)

• Motivation letter (max. 20)

• Related experience (max. 30)

The minimum score to pass the selection process is 70/100 points.Selection processFirst selection based on application documents, there might be online interviews for short-listed candidates, if needed.Additional commentsDuration of the contract of employment: 12 months, renewable up to 31/12/2026.The candidate proposed for hiring must accept the job offer within 5 working days from the date of notification of the selection.Priority will be given to people with disabilities (Law 89/2015 of June 2, reserve of quota 2% in favour of people with disabilities in companies of 50 or more people).Be aware that the starting date sets in this offer is an estimate date. The official starting date will depend on the bureaucratic time that will take the preparation of the labour contract and presentation of the necessary documents to be hired by the selected candidate.For additional information regards this offer, please, contact Dr. Daniel O’Neill:Work Location(s)Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute Universitat de Barcelona Country Spain State/Province Barcelona City Barcelona Postal Code 08034 Street Diagonal, 690 GeofieldContact State/ProvinceBarcelona CityBarcelona WebsiteStreetGran Via de les Corts Catalanes, 585. Postal Code08007 E-Mailoneill@ub.eduSTATUS: EXPIREDShare this page

Expected salary

€36374.4 per year

Location

Barcelona

Job date

Sun, 16 Jun 2024 07:35:55 GMT

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