Postdoctoral Scholar – Ecological Economics: The University of California, Davis, is seeking a Postdoctoral Scholar to join the Wild Energy Center’s UC Wild Solar Team, led by Prof. Rebecca R. Hernandez and Prof. Sarah M. Jordaan. This interdisciplinary position involves conducting ecological economic assessments of various photovoltaic (PV) projects, contributing to California state and local PV approval processes, industry needs, and decision-making.
Designation: Postdoctoral Scholar
Research Area: Ecological Economics of Multi-Functional Solar Parks
Location: University of California, Davis, within the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Basic qualifications (required at time of application): PhD in Ecology, Economics, Energy Science, Sustainability Science, Environmental Economics, Geography, Earth System Science, or a related field.
- Additional qualifications (required at time of start):
- Research experience in environmental economics, ecosystem service assessment, energy science, knowledge co-production/participatory action research, and/or energy modeling.
- Proficiency in organization, time management, data management, oral and written communication, and publishing scientific journal articles.
- Proficiency in written and spoken English.
- Commitment to a two-year duration in the role for the UC Wild Solar Project.
Job Description:
Postdoctoral Scholar – Ecological Economics of Multi-Functional Solar Parks
The postdoctoral scholar will collaborate with the UC Wild Solar Team to assess ecological and economic aspects of PV projects. This includes utilizing interdisciplinary methods such as environmental economics, ecosystem service assessment, energy science, knowledge co-production, and energy modeling. Responsibilities also involve identifying barriers to implementation, cost reduction opportunities, and leading the development of peer-reviewed journal articles and industry tools.
How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit the following documents as a single PDF file via email to Professor Rebecca R. Hernandez:
- A well-crafted, single-page cover letter summarizing research and career interests.
- Curriculum vitae with a final sub-section listing contact information for three academic or professional references.
Apply through the official UC Davis website: https://recruit.ucdavis.edu/JPF06068
Last Date for Apply:
- Open date: October 3, 2023
- Most recent review date: Wednesday, Oct 25, 2023, at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
- Final date: Friday, 01 December 2023, at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) – Applications accepted until this date, with later submissions considered if the position is unfilled.
For additional assistance, contact dacrum@ucdavis.edu.
Note: Salary details can be found at UC salary scales. The salary range for this position is $64,480-$77,327.
