The ZEW - Leibniz Centre for European Economic Research Mannheim, Germany, is a non-profit economic research institute and works in the field of applied empirical economic research. The institute is integrated into a dense national and international network of universities and research institutes. The Research Department Environmental and Resource Economics, Environmental Management is recruiting a

Postdoctoral Researcher (100 %)

The successful applicant will conduct and manage scientific research projects and challenging economic policy advising projects. During the first two years of the appointment, the researcher will focus on a federally funded research project on the role of financial transfers in international climate negotiations (InFairCom).

We are looking for candidates with a PhD in environmental or energy economics or a related field. We expect the applicants to have experience in conducting theoretical or empirical analyses in the field of environmental and resource economics. On top of this, candidates should display a talent for recording facts and information in an accurate and concise manner and be able to summarise results effectively in English. Knowledge of German is desirable but not essential. The position does not involve any teaching responsibilities.

ZEW is offering the successful applicant the chance to take on an exciting and challenging role in a dynamic research environment as well as to carve out a position for themselves in a highly interesting area of research. ZEW's vast international network of partner institutions as well as the great number of projects involving international cooperation also offer many exciting opportunities for future career development. The institute provides considerable support to its researchers in attaining post-doctoral qualifications, for example, by offering courses, granting sabbaticals as well as encouraging research visits at universities and research institutions abroad. Remuneration is based on the TV-L statutory salary scale and its associated public sector benefits.

IF INTERESTED please submit your application (including a motivation letter, CV and 2 reference letters) citing the reference code "Z-URM-06/19" via the online application form on our website by 13 July 2019.

CONTACT Doris Brettar ⋅ e-mail: doris.brettar@zew.de ⋅
Phone: +49 621 1235-250

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ZEW - Leibniz Centre for European
Economic Research
L7, 1 ⋅ 68161 Mannheim
www.zew.de

The ZEW - Leibniz Centre for European Economic Research has received the "TOTAL E-QUALITY" award and is thus considered an employer who is particularly committed to ensuring gender equality and diversity in the workplace.