Junior Researcher in Environmental Economics

Fondazione Eni Enrico Mattei (FEEM) is looking for a qualified and motivated junior researcher to fill a position in the field of environmental economics and policy. The candidate will join the team working in the area of “Society and sustainability” (SAS) a research program aimed at deepening the knowledge on the topic of societal changes needed to enhance the climate change mitigation and adaptation capacity. The research aims at contributing to the understanding of the benefits for the society and the business sectors of the core aspects of circular economy, including the re-use and the recirculation of materials, more efficient production processes, and business model leveraging on the sharing of goods and services.

FEEM is a leading research institute on sustainable development and offers an invaluable research environment and an interdisciplinary workplace, with diverse skills and international staff. FEEM has strong ties with a worldwide network of research institutions engaged in environmental research and provide excellent opportunities to focus on research, and disseminate results in international conferences and stakeholders events.

The selected applicant will be based in Milan (Italy) and will work alongside experienced researchers on topics related to policy analysis in four main areas of investigation: (a) Assess the state-of-the-art and global trends of the pathway to circular economy transformation, downscaling the implications of this transformation to region-specific and sector-specific contexts; (b) Develop data-driven empirical approaches to more precisely quantify the economic benefits in terms of value added and employment of the circular transformation; (c) Understand the potential of the different sectors of economic activities on both the supply (production and use of material) and demand (consumption, reuse and recycling) sides to contribute to the circular economy; (d) Provide a roadmap and action agenda to identify sectors and instruments with the highest potential to boost the transition to circular economy grounding on the analysis of the local, context-specific, information.

The candidate will participate in conferences and workshops and is expected to contribute to dissemination activities by also writing short articles and blog posts.

The job assignment is expected to begin as soon as possible. Gross salary is competitive and will be based on qualification and experience.

Requirements

A background in economic policy, environmental policy, or environmental economics, as demonstrated by the achievement of a MSc or MA in related subject area is compulsory. A Ph.D. is not strictly required (although it will be valued positively). Study or work experience abroad is highly valued. Proficiency (C1) in English is mandatory and knowledge of Italian is valued positively.

The ideal candidate

• has basic knowledge of the subjects;
• has solid quantitative background in statistics and econometrics, normally acquired with advanced postgraduate courses;
• is highly committed in developing a research project;
• likes to work independently. 

How to apply

Applicants can submit their application and detailed curriculum vitae here. Please mention ref: SAS-ENV ECO.10.2018 in the application.

Deadline for applications

FEEM will begin considering candidates immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Please submit your application at your earliest convenience and mention ref: SAS-ENV ECO.10.2018.