qualifications
qualifications
- PhD or master's degree combined with
relevant research experience in at least one of the following areas: environmental sciences, political science, econometrics, data science. - Knowledge and interest in land-based climate change mitigation and international policy developments, cross-sectorial GHG projections, GHG inventories/reporting/ accounting processes, UNFCCC reporting processes (e.g., NC, BTR, NDCs, LT-LEDSs), climate finance, reducing deforestation and degradation (REDD+).
- Good overview of the intersection of climate and other national policies (mitigation focus).
- Strong analytical and quantitative skills and the ability to analyze complex problems, based on advanced modeling tools.
- Full fluency in English, and the ability
to communicate ideas and technical material clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing, to technical and non-technical audiences. - Motivated to work in an outcome-oriented, multidisciplinary team atmosphere with a strong focus on project work, but also able to work independently.
- Skilled at writing scientific publications, project
reports and policy briefs that are precise, and written with strong attention to detail
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office
applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, etc.,). - Experience with additional software, statistical
packages, data visualization as well as programming languages e.g., Tabs, R, Python, GIS tools, GAMS) advantageous. - IIASA offers an interdisciplinary and international workplace, and the possibility to interact with researchers of different nationalities, with strong ties to a world-wide network of research institutions engaged in environmental systems research. The successful candidate must be able to work in, and have respect for, an intercultural environment, and IIASA core values.
Appointment Terms
Appointment Terms
The successful candidate should be available to take up the position by December 2025, or as soon as possible thereafter. We offer an initial full-time, two-year employment contract with the possibility for extension thereafter.
Eligible applicants wishing to work part-time hours may be considered.
The place of work is IIASA in Laxenburg, near Vienna Austria (home office options available).
The successful candidate will be appointed as R1 (researcher) or R2 (research scholar) in accordance with the IIASA profiles for research careers.
WE OFFER
- An international atmosphere and pleasant working environment in a historic market town surrounded by green areas.
- The possibility to contribute to environmental sciences for sustainability and global wellbeing.
- Career development perspectives.
- An attractive salary which is exempt from income tax in Austria and negotiable, based on the qualifications, skills and experience of the selected individual and at least:
EUR 41,020.00 for researchers.
EUR 53,451.00 for research scholars (Subject to deductions for health insurance and/or social security.)
IIASA salaries are
- Not directly comparable with other employers in Austria, due to the unique legal status and privileges granted to IIASA.
- Subject to the principle of income aggregation (Progressionsvorbehalt in German).
OTHER BENEFITS
- Educational subsidies for children of school age enrolled in private schools in Austria.
- A generous holiday entitlement.
- Relocation allowances and paid home leave.
- The possibility to work up to 100 days per year in home office (within Austria).
- Assistance for newcomers to Austria with visa, work and residency permit applications.
- Support finding accommodation in Austria.
Further details here.