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Senior Associate – Energy Research in Agri-food System Innovations (PSA4)
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Senior Associate – Energy Research in Agri-food System Innovations (PSA4)
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%20PSA4Application deadline
2025/08/18
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