Assistant Professor Environmental and Natural Resource Economics (Tenure Track Position)

The Environmental Economics and Natural Resource Group (ENR)  at Wageningen University and Research (WUR) is looking for a Assistant Professor to join their team. The applicants must have completed a PhD in economics with a focus, or at least a strong interest on environmental issues. We have a preference for strong quantitative empirical skills (e.g. spatial econometrics, analysis of cross sectional data, design and analysis of experimental data). Previous work on behavioural economics, social-ecological systems, energy or climate policy design is a plus. 

In summary, they are searching for:

  • a PhD in economics, preferably with strong empirical quantitative skills;
  • affinity with and experience in environmental and natural resource economics is appreciated;
  • a good track-record of writing papers that can lead to good publications;
  • experience in empirical research;
  • a strong team player willing to contribute to the wider interests of the group;
  • willingness to write research proposals, proven experience is even better;
  • experience in teaching and supervision of MSc / BSc students.

Excellent English language proficiency (a mininum of CEFR C2 level). 

To see full information of this vacancy, visit: https://www.wur.nl/en/vacancy/Assistant-Professor-Environmental-and-Nat… 

For more information about this function you can contact Prof. Francisco Alpizar at francisco.alpizar@wur.nl

Job opening | 13 October 2020