Postdoctoral Researchers in Resource Economics: The University of Helsinki is seeking qualified individuals for two postdoctoral researcher positions in environmental and resource economics. These positions, funded by an ERC Starting Grant, are part of the project “Green Tax Reform for a Just Climate Transition,” led by Associate Professor Lassi Ahlvik. The project aims to explore the impact of climate policy on inequality and develop strategies for mitigating harmful effects through taxation.
Designation: Postdoctoral Researchers
Research Area: Environmental and Resource Economics
Location: The positions are based at the Department of Economics and Management, Faculty of Agriculture and Forestry, Viikki campus, Helsinki.
Eligibility/Qualification: Candidates should hold a doctoral degree in environmental and resource economics or a related field, demonstrate motivation for academic research, and possess the ability to conduct independent scholarly work. Teaching skills relevant to the position are also required.
Job Description:
Postdoctoral Researchers in Environmental and Resource Economics
The appointed researchers will work within the Helsinki Graduate School of Economics (HGSE) research community, focusing on environmental economics. Research questions can be tailored to the applicants’ interests and skills, encompassing applied empirical economics or economic theory, particularly information economics and mechanism design.
What we offer: The salary will be based on level 5 of the demands level chart for teaching and research personnel in the Finnish university salary system. Additional performance-based salary components will be provided, and a six-month trial period will be applied. The University of Helsinki offers a supportive work environment and various employee benefits, including occupational health care services and access to public childcare services and schools.
How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit a single PDF file in English through the University of Helsinki Recruitment System. The application must include a job market paper, cover letter, CV with a list of publications, and three letters of reference (submitted via EJM portal at https://econjobmarket.org/positions/10133).
External applicants should use the University of Helsinki Recruitment System via the “Apply Now” button. Applicants with a helsinki.fi username and a valid employment contract at the University of Helsinki should use the Employee login.
Last Date for Apply: The closing date for applications is 31 January 2024 (23:59 EET)
Interviews will be conducted remotely during February 2024.
For additional information, contact Associate Professor Lassi Ahlvik (lassi.ahvik@helsinki.fi), HR Specialist Mirkka Juntunen (mirkka.juntunen@helsinki.fi), or explore the following resources:
- Helsinki GSE Environmental Economics Research Group: https://www.helsinkigse.fi/studies/environmental-economics
- Faculty of Agriculture and Forestry: https://www.helsinki.fi/en/faculty-agriculture-and-forestry
- Viikki Campus: https://www.helsinki.fi/en/about-us/campuses/viikki-campus
- Support for international staff: https://www.helsinki.fi/en/about-us/careers/welcome and https://ihhelsinki.fi (International House Helsinki)
