• PhD in applied economics (e.g., agricultural, development, or resource economics) or a master’s degree with significant relevant experience.
• Experience with large-scale applied economic models, particularly in sectoral or general equilibrium frameworks.
• Strong analytical, quantitative, and programming skills (e.g., R, Python, GIS tools); proficiency in GAMS is an asset.
• A commitment to continuous learning and the ability to tackle novel topics.
• Proven capacity to autonomously design and implement research projects.
• A strong ability to deliver high-quality results on time, along with excellent communication skills to bridge the gap between science and policy.

• 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.

The selected candidate should be available to take up the position as soon as possible in 2025 (start date negotiable). We offer an initial fixed-term, two-year, full-time (40 hours per week) employment contract, with the possibility of extension thereafter. Eligible applicants wishing to work part-time hours may be considered.

Duties will be carried out at the IIASA premises in Laxenburg, near Vienna in Austria.

The successful candidate will be appointed in accordance with the IIASA profiles for research careers.

WE OFFER

• A chance to make a real-world impact on the future of EU agricultural policies and global sustainability.
• Opportunities for professional growth through international networking, applied policy work, and publishing in top-tier journals.
• An international atmosphere and pleasant working environment in a historic market town surrounded by green areas.
• 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 53,451.00 gross per annum.

IIASA salaries are

• Subject to deductions for health insurance and/or social security.
• 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 five weeks of annual leave.
• 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.

IIASA is committed to a working environment that promotes equality, diversity, tolerance and inclusion within its workforce. This is reflected in our IIASA core values and the IIASA Gender Equality Plan (GEP). We encourage qualified candidates from all religious, ethnic, and social backgrounds to . In the case that candidates are equally qualified, preference will be given to applicants from countries where IIASA has a Member Organization.