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Adjunct Professor/Researcher on the Resource Nexus

UNUDresden,Germany
Position:Professional | CONDeadline:Job ID:812662Posted on:16 Nov 2021 (1763 days ago)
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Pay and conditions

Salary

Unpaid

Source: UNU Careers.

Job Description

Joins a UNU-FLORES roster of academics and experts who may support research, education, capacity development and outreach on the Resource Nexus. Assignments may involve research publications, policy analysis, partnerships and institutional activities.

Key Details

Department

UNU-FLORES

Position Details

Experience level

Mid

Minimum experience

5 years

Employment type

Contractor

Minimum education

Postgraduate degree

Contract duration

Up to 12 months

Language Requirements

Required

English

Preferred

German

Summary of Responsibilities

  • Contribute to research activities and innovation in the Resource Nexus with junior and senior researchers
  • Support activities related to budget funding and fundraising
  • Publish research outcomes in peer-reviewed journal articles, books and policy briefs
  • Provide policy analysis and advice on capacity development and governance for integrated resource management
  • Contribute to lecture series, institutional meetings and other UNU-FLORES activities
  • Strengthen research capabilities, partnerships, visibility and impact of UNU-FLORES

Role Requirements

  • PhD related to the integrated management of environmental resources
  • Minimum 5 years of post-PhD research experience
  • Track record of research publications in areas related to integrated resources management
  • Proficiency in oral and written English

Desired Criteria

  • Knowledge of German would be highly beneficial
  • Strong planning, organisation and time management skills
  • Ability to establish priorities and work within prescribed timeframes
  • Ability to work in a multicultural and multi-ethnic environment

Skills

Tools and Technologies

Additional Information

  • Application deadline is open
  • Successful candidates are included in the UNU-FLORES roster for 2 years
  • Academic Affiliation Agreements may initially be up to 12 months and are unpaid
  • Consultant contracts may initially be up to 12 months and are remunerated by deliverables
  • Mission travel may require medical clearance, security clearance, BSAFE completion, visa and liability waiver

Source & verification

IGO Jobs sourced this vacancy from UNU Careers, on 16 Nov 2021.