PhD Position – Market dynamics in the bioeconomy

Your Job:

• Socio- and technoeconomic analyses in the context of Circular Economy and Sustainable Bioeconomy
• Design and conduction of empirical or data-analytical research approaches
• Analysis of market dynamics in the bioeconomy
• Present research findings at national and international conferences, utilizing effective communication skills to convey insights clearly and succinctly
• Publish research results in reputable scientific journals to share knowledge and contribute to the advancement of the field

Your Profile:

• Completed Master`s degree in the field of economics, social sciences, data science or a comparable field of study
• Very good knowledge in the field of quantitative data analysis
• Experience in Agent-based Modeling, Stated-Preferences Methods and Quantitative Network Analysis is desirable
• Knowledge in the fields of environmental economics, resource economics, economic theory, evolutionary economics or innovation economics
• Independent and structured way of working
• Willingness to work collaboratively in an international and interdisciplinary team
• Very good command of English

Our Offer:

We work on the very latest issues that impact our society and are offering you the chance to actively help in shaping the change! We offer ideal conditions for you to complete your doctoral degree:

• A highly motivated working group as well as an international and interdisciplinary working environment at one of Europe’s largest research establishments
• Outstanding scientific and technical infrastructure
• Opportunity to participate in (international) conferences and project meetings
• Continuous scientific mentoring by your scientific advisor
• Flexible work (location) arrangements, e.g. remote work
• A large research campus with green spaces, offering the best possible means for networking with colleagues and pursuing sports alongside work
• Further development of your personal strengths, e.g. through an extensive range of training courses; a structured program of continuing education and networking opportunities specifically for doctoral researchers via JuDocS, the Jülich Center for Doctoral Researchers and Supervisors: https://www.fz-juelich.de/en/judocs
• Targeted services for international employees, e.g. through our International Advisory Service

The position is for a fixed term of 3 years, with possible long-term prospects. Pay in line with 50% of pay group 13 of the Collective Agreement for the Public Service (TVöD-Bund) and additionally 60% of a monthly salary as special payment („Christmas bonus“). Pay higher than the basic pay may be possible. Further information on doctoral degrees at Forschungszentrum Jülich including our other locations is available at: https://www.fz-juelich.de/gp/Careers_Docs

We welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds, e.g. in terms of age, gender, disability, sexual orientation / identity, and social, ethnic and religious origin. A diverse and inclusive working environment with equal opportunities in which everyone can realize their potential is important to us.