The Department of Ecological-Economic Policy Modelling at the University of Hohenheim is seeking a postdoctoral researcher in ecological-economic modeling. In this role, you will be part of the BEATLE project, focusing on the synergies and trade-offs between organic and conventional agriculture and their interplay with biodiversity, particularly pollination services. Your work will be crucial in advancing research that informs the future of sustainable agri-food systems.
Your tasks:
· Lead the development of a CGE model for Germany, integrating both organic and conventional food sectors to explore their ecological-economic impacts
· Examine the role of pollination services in agricultural productivity and biodiversity, assessing trade-offs between different farming practices
· Collaborate with PhD students within the BEATLE project, focusing on the ecological-economic modeling of transformation scenarios
· Contribute to cutting-edge publications, project reports, and new research proposals
· Build model linkages between farm-level and CGE models to deepen understanding of the feedback loops between land-use, pollination services, and crop yields
· Develop your own research program and conceptualize new project proposals
Your qualifications:
· PhD in agricultural/environmental economics or related field (e.g., computer science focused on natural resources)
· Expertise in economic simulation models (CGE, land-use, farm-level, or multi-agent systems)
· Proficiency in GAMS and R (knowledge of Python or Julia is an asset)
· Strong programming and data analysis skills
· A passion for biodiversity conservation and the dynamics of organic vs. conventional agriculture in shaping sustainable food systems
· Proficiency in English is essential, a knowledge of German is an additional advantage
What we offer:
· Competitive salary (€63,000+ per year) in line with federal state agreements
· A collaborative, interdisciplinary environment
· Flexible, hybrid working options
· Beautiful campus setting with botanical gardens outside your office!
Application Deadline: December10, 2024
To Apply: Submit your CV, motivation letter, transcripts, and references to jonathan.gerlach@uni-hohenheim.de.
Questions? Contact Prof. Dr. Arndt Feuerbacher (a.feuerbacher@uni-hohenheim.de).
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