Sustainable agriculture - Analysis of Policy Effects
Project Description
The Agriculture and Life Sciences in the Economy Unit has a vacancy for a post-doctoral researcher to work on Modelling CAP effects on Rural Development in the SUSTAG Action. This action is currently carrying out research on quantitative assessment of CAP impact on rural areas.The successful candidate will participate in:·conceptual work and analyses of effects of agriculture-rural policies (ex-ante and ex-post) on farming sustainability and on rural economies i) Carrying out socio-economic analysis on agriculture, ii) conducting analyses in the framework of FP7 projects, and iii) supporting the development of the quantitative assessment tools for the impact assessment of CAP;·initiation, management and monitoring of related research projects (i.e. preparing technical specifications, evaluating results, drafting policy reports);·organisation of scientific events (workshops, etc.); publishing scientific articles and technical reports, and participate in scientific conferences.He/she should have experience and a track record of research in one/more of the following areas: impacts of agricultural/rural policy on farming and on rural economies, quantitative analysis or regional economics. The candidate should possess strong analytical skills. Experience in analyses based on case study approach, knowledge of statistical approaches, modelling tools and software (e.g. GAMS) are an asset. The ability to work in a multi-cultural and interdisciplinary environment is necessary.Candidates must hold a doctoral degree or having fulfilled all the obligations to obtain a PhD (certified by the university) or having a minimum of 5 years research experience after the first university degree giving access to doctoral studies (which may include periods of training such as a masters degree) in a field relevant to the JRC's scientific activities. A very good level of written and spoken English is essential and knowledge of at least one other EU language is compulsory.
Duration
36 months
IPTS Contacts
Administrative:Ms Gesa Auf der HeydeE-mail:jrc-ipts-recruitment@ec.europa.euScientific:Mr Jacques DelincéE-mail:jacques.delince@ec.europa.eu
