LCA-Based Sustainability Assessment: The Natural Resources Institute of Finland (Luke) is seeking a Research Scientist, postdoc, for a 3-year position focusing on life cycle assessment-based sustainability research in the bioeconomy sector. This position is part of a research program funded by the Finnish government to enhance RDI competence in areas crucial to society and business.
Research Scientist, Postdoc, LCA-Based Sustainability Assessment
| Designation | Research Scientist, Postdoc |
|---|---|
| Employment Type | Temporary |
| Office Working Hours | Specialists |
| Contract Period | 1.3.2025 – 29.2.2028 or according to a contract |
| Monthly Salary | Approximately 4 038€ – 4 693€ |
Research Area:
Science / Research / Development and Statistics, with a specific focus on life cycle assessment-based sustainability research in the bioeconomy sector.
Location:
Helsinki, Uusimaa, Finland
Eligibility/Qualification:
To be successful in this position, candidates should have a PhD in relevant fields such as agriculture and forestry, natural sciences, engineering, or economics. The applicant should have strong computational skills and competence and experience in environmental impact assessment, preferably in methodological LCA development and applications, or experience in economic, techno-economic, or life cycle costing methods and applications.
Job Description:
The selected candidate will be responsible for conducting high-quality sustainability research on the bioeconomy sector and its supply chains. This includes the development of life cycle assessment (LCA) methodologies, practices, and techno-economic assessment to evaluate the environmental and economic sustainability performance of new biobased materials. The role also involves collaboration with Luke scientists, designing and planning research plans, writing funding applications, and project management.
How to Apply:
Applicants are requested to submit their applications electronically via the Valtiolle.fi service, including a letter of application, CV, research plan, and list of publications.
Last Date for Apply: 8.11.2024 16:00
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