Postdoc Position in Quantitative/Computational Economics (University of Copenhagen)

Postdoc Position in Quantitative/Computational Economics The Department of Food and Resource Economics (IFRO) at the University of Copenhagen invites application for a fixed-term postdoc position (duration 30 months) in the areas of quantitative/computational economics, with special reference to computable general equilibrium modeling and its application to international trade and climate change economics. The position is expected to commence on July 1, 2021 or as soon as possible thereafter. Job Description Within the Department of Food and Resource Economics, the postdoc position will be placed in the Production, Market and Policy section. The position is funded through a multi-year research project aiming at developing in-depth understanding of the future of the livestock and animal food sector. The animal food sector is facing a multitude of challenges, such as differential income, demographical, and consumer preference changes that may increase demand from some parts of the world while stagnating demand from elsewhere. Heightened attentions to climate change may require the animal food sector to be an active participant of climate mitigation efforts. Trade conflicts and regional trade agreements add further uncertainties on how such products will be traded globally in the future. The postdoc will join several other team members to apply and develop appropriate modeling tools to conduct rigorous model-based analysis and projections on the development of the sector in the coming decades. Results from the project are expected to appear in reputable academic journals and to be communicated to key stakeholders in the wider society. In addition to the research tasks, the postdoc is also expected to contribute to the research environment at the Department, including but not limited to participations in the department’s seminar series, and engaging in scientific discussions with other researchers. Other duties include appropriate amount of teaching duties in international trade and quantitative methods courses, and co-supervision of bachelor and master’s theses. Further information on the Department can be found at https://ifro.ku.dk/english/. Inquiries about the position can be directed to Professor Bo Jellesmark Thorsen (Department Head) or Professor Wusheng Yu (project leader). The position is open from July 1, 2021 or as soon as possible thereafter. The University wishes our staff to reflect the diversity of society and thus welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of personal background. Formal requirements The successful candidate should have: a PhD degree in economics or applied/agricultural economics or a closely related field; strong analytical skills in core economic theory and quantitative methods; modeling skills in computable general equilibrium models; ability to draft scientific papers in English and effective oral presentation skills. In addition, the following qualifications/records are highly valued: knowledge and experiences with statistics methods/econometrics, mathematical programming, and other types of simulation models such as partial equilibrium models and integrated assessment models; publication records in reputed international journals in relevant research areas; teaching experience in relevant subject areas at university level. Applications from candidates who are very close to thesis submission and defense by the closing date of this announcement may also be considered. By the time of appointment, the appointee must have submitted his/her PhD thesis and thus obtained pre-approval of his/her PhD thesis. Terms of employment The position is covered by the Memorandum on Job Structure for Academic Staff. Terms of appointment and payment accord to the agreement between the Ministry of Finance and The Danish Confederation of Professional Associations on Academics in the State. The starting salary is currently up to DKK 437.435 including annual supplement (+ pension up to DKK 74.801). Negotiation for salary supplement is possible. The application, in English, must be submitted electronically by clicking APPLY NOW below. Please include Curriculum vitae Diplomas (Master and PhD degree or equivalent) Research plan – description of current and future research plans Complete publication list Separate reprints of 3 particularly relevant papers (optional) Documentations about teaching experience at university level The deadline for applications is 9 May, 2021, 23:59 GMT +2. After the expiry of the deadline for applications, the authorized recruitment manager selects applicants for assessment on the advice of the Interview Committee. You can read about the recruitment process at https://employment.ku.dk/faculty/recruitment-process/. Interviews are expected to be held on 26 May 2021. APPLY NOW* Part of the International Alliance of Research Universities (IARU), and among Europe’s top-ranking universities, the University of Copenhagen promotes research and teaching of the highest international standard. Rich in tradition and modern in outlook, the University gives students and staff the opportunity to cultivate their talent in an ambitious and informal environment. An effective organisation – with good working conditions and a collaborative work culture – creates the ideal framework for a successful academic career. Contact Wusheng Yu E-mail: wusheng@ifro.ku.dk Info Application deadline: 09-05-2021 Employment start: 01-07-2021 Working hours: Full time Department/Location: Department of Food And Resource Economics If you apply for this position please say you saw it on Interdisciplinoxy

Postdoc Position in Quantitative/Computational Economics

The Department of Food and Resource Economics (IFRO) at the University of Copenhagen invites application for a fixed-term postdoc position (duration 30 months) in the areas of quantitative/computational economics, with special reference to computable general equilibrium modeling and its application to international trade and climate change economics. The position is expected to commence on July 1, 2021 or as soon as possible thereafter.

Job Description

Within the Department of Food and Resource Economics, the postdoc position will be placed in the Production, Market and Policy section. The position is funded through a multi-year research project aiming at developing in-depth understanding of the future of the livestock and animal food sector. The animal food sector is facing a multitude of challenges, such as differential income, demographical, and consumer preference changes that may increase demand from some parts of the world while stagnating demand from elsewhere. Heightened attentions to climate change may require the animal food sector to be an active participant of climate mitigation efforts. Trade conflicts and regional trade agreements add further uncertainties on how such products will be traded globally in the future. The postdoc will join several other team members to apply and develop appropriate modeling tools to conduct rigorous model-based analysis and projections on the development of the sector in the coming decades. Results from the project are expected to appear in reputable academic journals and to be communicated to key stakeholders in the wider society.

In addition to the research tasks, the postdoc is also expected to contribute to the research environment at the Department, including but not limited to participations in the department’s seminar series, and engaging in scientific discussions with other researchers. Other duties include appropriate amount of teaching duties in international trade and quantitative methods courses, and co-supervision of bachelor and master’s theses.

Further information on the Department can be found at https://ifro.ku.dk/english/.
Inquiries about the position can be directed to Professor Bo Jellesmark Thorsen (Department Head) or Professor Wusheng Yu (project leader).

The position is open from July 1, 2021 or as soon as possible thereafter.

The University wishes our staff to reflect the diversity of society and thus welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of personal background.

Formal requirements

The successful candidate should have:

a PhD degree in economics or applied/agricultural economics or a closely related field;
strong analytical skills in core economic theory and quantitative methods;
modeling skills in computable general equilibrium models;
ability to draft scientific papers in English and effective oral presentation skills.

In addition, the following qualifications/records are highly valued:

knowledge and experiences with statistics methods/econometrics, mathematical programming, and other types of simulation models such as partial equilibrium models and integrated assessment models;
publication records in reputed international journals in relevant research areas;
teaching experience in relevant subject areas at university level.

Applications from candidates who are very close to thesis submission and defense by the closing date of this announcement may also be considered. By the time of appointment, the appointee must have submitted his/her PhD thesis and thus obtained pre-approval of his/her PhD thesis.

Terms of employment

The position is covered by the Memorandum on Job Structure for Academic Staff.

Terms of appointment and payment accord to the agreement between the Ministry of Finance and The Danish Confederation of Professional Associations on Academics in the State.

The starting salary is currently up to DKK 437.435 including annual supplement (+ pension up to DKK 74.801). Negotiation for salary supplement is possible.

The application, in English, must be submitted electronically by clicking APPLY NOW below.

Please include

Curriculum vitae
Diplomas (Master and PhD degree or equivalent)
Research plan – description of current and future research plans
Complete publication list
Separate reprints of 3 particularly relevant papers
(optional) Documentations about teaching experience at university level

*The deadline for applications is 9 May, 2021, 23:59 GMT +2.

After the expiry of the deadline for applications, the authorized recruitment manager selects applicants for assessment on the advice of the Interview Committee.

You can read about the recruitment process at https://employment.ku.dk/faculty/recruitment-process/.

Interviews are expected to be held on 26 May 2021.

APPLY NOW

Part of the International Alliance of Research Universities (IARU), and among Europe’s top-ranking universities, the University of Copenhagen promotes research and teaching of the highest international standard. Rich in tradition and modern in outlook, the University gives students and staff the opportunity to cultivate their talent in an ambitious and informal environment. An effective organisation – with good working conditions and a collaborative work culture – creates the ideal framework for a successful academic career.