The UNEP Risø Centre on Energy, Climate and Sustainable Development, which is an integral part of the Systems Analysis Division at Risø DTU, is looking for a senior researcher to work on activities related to energy and carbon finance with a focus on Africa.
The Centre has over the last 20 years become a leading international research and advisory centre on energy, climate and sustainable development. We work in close partnership with the UN Environment Program (UNEP) and have project activities in more than 50 developing countries. The Centre collaborates with a large number international and especially developing country government and research institutions. The successful candidate will join an international team of approx 40 professionals in an interdisciplinary work environment.
Job description
Within the framework of climate and development in developing countries the research area will relate to the “new” mitigation framework relating to Nationally Appropriate Mitigation Actions (NAMAs) and Low-carbon development strategies (LCDS). The envisaged tasks will be focused on enhancing the understanding of sustainable development mechanisms to further develop the global carbon market, which is crucial for the implementation of national and global climate policies. A specific emphasis for the position will be to contribute research that will deepen and widen the understanding of capacity development, institutional and political conditions in developing countries, as crucial conditions for integrating NAMAs into national strategies for low-carbon development and green growth.
The position will include teaching and course management, project participation and management of international, cross-disciplinary projects, often focused towards implementation of institutional capacity development in partner countries.
Qualifications
Candidates should have a PhD degree or equivalent within geography, international development studies, economics, political science or other relevant discipline with a focus on climate and development as well as academic qualifications equivalent to those obtained by holding a position as Researcher or Postdoc.
A track record of independent research within the area along with relevant experience in teaching and course management is a requirement. With the inter-disciplinary and multi-cultural work environment and large number of project activities in developing countries the successful candidate should have significant work experience from developing countries covering preferably both natural and social sciences. Knowledge of international climate negotiations and the new NAMA and LCDS directions will be an advantage.
Experience in project management, planning and implementation in a developing country context is a prerequisite and longer-term field work in developing countries, particularly Africa, is an advantage. The working language at the Centre is English.
Assessment
In the assessment of the candidates consideration will be given to:
- scientific production and research potential at international level
- innovative skills and the ability to generate new ideas
- the ability to communicate at all levels such as the provision of scientific advice to public sector authorities
- experience in teaching and education
- the ability to promote and utilize research results
- an all-round experience basis, preferably including international experience
- the ability to contribute to development of the department’s internal and external cooperation
We offer
An exciting and challenging job in an international atmosphere with good opportunities for professional and personal development. DTU is a leading technical university in northern Europe and benchmarks with the best universities in the world.
Terms of employment
The appointment will be based on the collective agreement with the Confederation of Professional Associations. The salary will be agreed with the relevant union. The place of work is Risø DTU in Roskilde.
Application
The online application must be received no later than 6 October 2011. Please open the link "apply online" and fill in the application form and attach your application, CV and a list of publications indicating scientific highlights. The Application and enclosures should be in English.
Applications and enclosures received after the deadline will not be considered.
Further information
Please contact John Christensen, Head of the Centre, +45 46 77 51 30, Peter Skotner, Head of Project Management and Communication Unit, + 45 4677 5175 or Miriam Hinostroza, Head of the Carbon Finance Program, + 45 4677 5180 for further information.
Further information about Centre activities is available on uneprisoe.org.
All interested candidates irrespective of age, gender, race, religion or ethnic background are encouraged to apply.