The climate needs bright minds. The Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research (PIK) addresses crucial scientific questions in the fields of global change, climate impacts and sustainable development. It is one of the world’s leading research institutions in its field and offers natural and social scientists from around the world an inspiring environment for excellent interdisciplinary research.
For the research domain Climate Economics and Policy, led by Prof. Sabine Fuss and Prof. Matthias Kalkuhl, PIK is offering a position as a

REQUIREMENTS

• a Master’s degree in a relevant discipline, for example in Economics, Regional Science, Economic/Quantitative Geography, or Mathematics
• knowledge and experience in spatial equilibrium modeling (e.g., through coursework, thesis work, or previous projects) is beneficial
• experience with spatial data analysis using GIS tools or spatial libraries and familiarity with common land-use datasets would be advantageous
• familiarity with environmental or agricultural economics research is beneficial
  We encourage you to apply even if you do not meet every requirement. We value diverse perspectives and are committed to finding the best candidate, recognizing that growth and learning are part of the role.

• development of the spatial equilibrium models
• analyze environmental and climate policies, assessing their impact on global public good provision, local costs/benefits, and welfare effects
• utilize the model to assess the spatial dimension of natural capital
• present research at international conferences and publish in academic journals