Senior Associate – Energy Research in Agri-food System Innovations (PSA4)

Senior Associate – Energy Research in Agri-food System Innovations (PSA4)

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Job title

Senior Associate – Energy Research in Agri-food System Innovations (PSA4)

Organisation

United Nations University

City

Bonn

Country

• Germany

Region

Europe and Central Asia

Language of description

English

Job description

Under the overall authority of the Vice-Rector in Europe and the direct supervision of the Head of the PACET Department, the successful candidate will principally be responsible for the following tasks:

1. Research and Scientific Activities

• Contribute to and conduct research on energy systems, innovations, and policies in agri-food systems innovation, with a focus on energy efficiency, renewable energy technologies, sustainable agricultural practices and compound hazards and risks in advancing energy and food security;
• Analyze energy-related transformations within agri-food systems innovation, mainstream cross-sector perspectives into national strategies, and leverage mapping tools to assess opportunities and inform policy makers;
• Assist to develop the division’s agri-food systems innovation thematic area framework, positioning renewable energy as an enabler within the framework;
• Support to conceptualize and design new research projects, including literature reviews, research hypotheses, project proposals, and methodologies;
• Draft and publish scientific papers, book chapters, policy briefs, and other research outputs for academic, policy, and practitioner audiences;
• Provide input into global discussions on energy policy in agri-food systems innovation through workshops, conferences, and seminars;
• Contribute to develop energy-focused project proposals in response to funding calls, ensuring alignment with UNU-VIE’s strategic objectives.

2. Project Management

• Assist to coordinate ongoing research projects, ensuring that objectives, timelines, and budgetary requirements are met;
• Assist to coordinate and implement research activities, ensuring smooth collaboration amongst team members and external partners;
• Track and report progress on project deliverables, ensuring timely preparation of financial and technical reports for donors and stakeholders;
• Identify new research opportunities and contribute to the strategic direction of energy research in agri-food systems.

3. Supervision and Mentoring

• Assist postgraduate students, junior researchers, and assistants, providing guidance on research methodology, data analysis, and academic writing;
• Support the review of research outputs to ensure alignment with overall research goals and adherence to academic standards;
• Support the professional development of students by encouraging their engagement with relevant energy and agri-food systems innovation research networks.

4. Networking and Knowledge Dissemination

• Contribute to building and maintaining professional networks with academic, policy, and industry stakeholders to support energy research in agri-food systems innovation;
• Support UNU-VIE’s participation in global energy policy discussions and academic conferences, sharing expertise and fostering collaborations;
• Support engagement with external partners and institutions to help enhance the impact of research findings and promote knowledge exchange.

5. Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor

Further details:https://community.iisd.org/jobs/senior-associate-energy-research-in-agri-food-system-innovations-psa4/?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Weekly%20Jobs%20%20Climate%20Change%20Jobs&utm_content=Weekly%20Jobs%20%20Climate%20Change%20Jobs+CID_8c800ea6b98a8e8ba35947813cfb8857&utm_source=cm&utm_term=Senior%20Associate%20%20Energy%20Research%20in%20Agri-food%20System%20Innovations%20PSA4

Application deadline

2025/08/18

URL

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