Research Fellow in sustainable consumption
Stift The Stockholm Environment Institute, Sei / Högskolejobb / Stockholm
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Location: Stockholm, Sweden
Deadline: 1 August 2021
Length of contract: 2 years with possibility of extension
Join our international non-profit research organization and help create a sustainable and prosperous future for all! SEI HQ is a dynamic and expanding workplace that employs around 110 people from 28 different nationalities in an activity-based office in central Stockholm (Garnisonen), with an additional 200 employees in centres around the world.
The role
Transitioning to a sustainable food system is essential for tackling the most pressing environmental issues of today. The CANDIES project examines how digital information is used along food supply chains, including in relation to consumer behaviour, transparency, environmental impact assessment and traceability. The project started late 2019 and will run until 2023. We are now looking to strengthen the team with a Research Fellow to lead research activities on sustainable food consumption, with an interest in behavioural change and the systemic and structural factors that influence consumption.
Key duties and responsibilities
Lead research into sustainable food consumption
Undertake quantitative and qualitative data collection on food consumption, with analysis, presentation and communication of research results
Participate in transdisciplinary research projects on sustainable consumption and production of food
Oversee work done by junior colleagues related to these topics
Contribute to writing proposal and grant applications to support collaborative research
Communicate and disseminate results to target groups such as policymakers
Support and lead publication of research outputs, ranging from scientific papers to opinion pieces
Present at seminars, workshops and academic conferences.
Project administration, budgeting and liaising with project partners.
Who you are
You have a strong interest and proven track record in sustainable consumption/production-consumption systems research. You are an experienced researcher who works well independently and as part of a team. You are able to work effectively with different partners and stakeholders and have excellent research and writing skills.
Required qualifications and knowledge
Essential skills and experience
PhD in relevant field such as sustainable consumption, food consumption or related field
3-5 years work experience
Knowledge of digitalization, sustainable consumption and production and supply chains
Experience leading own research projects and working with multidisciplinary teams
Experience in qualitative and quantitative data collection and analysis (including surveys and/or interviews), academic paper and report writing, and communications
Time management, organizational and project management skills
Proven publication record in your area(s) of expertise
Fluency in English.
Personal skills required
Excellent interpersonal and team collaboration skills
Excellent communication skills to effectively engage with different audiences
Proactive and self-motivated working style
Able to work both independently and as part of a team as appropriate
Good prioritization and time management skills in order to work on multiple tasks at the same time and meet deadlines.
Desirable skills and experience
Knowledge of behavioural change and food systems
Experience in running consumer behaviour experiments in stores/restaurants
Fluency in Swedish.
How to apply
We are reviewing applications on an ongoing basis, so please submit your application as soon as possible, but no later than 1 August 2021, 23:59 Stockholm local time.
Applications should be written in English and consist of a short CV and cover letter (maximum 1 page).
As we only accept applications through our recruitment system, please apply online using the button below and include:
cover letter highlighting relevant qualifications and experience
curriculum vitae.
About SEI
Stockholm Environment Institute (SEI) is an independent, international research institute founded in 1989. Its mission is to support decision-making and induce change towards sustainable development around the world by providing integrative knowledge that bridges science and policy in the field of environment and development. SEI was ranked as the world's top think tank on environmental policy issues in the 2020 Global Go To Think Tanks Index compiled by the University of Pennsylvania's Think Tanks and Civil Societies Program.
SEI has around 300 employees working at research centres in seven countries around the world. SEI's headquarters are located in Stockholm, Sweden. Additional SEI research centres are located in Kenya (SEI Africa) Estonia (SEI Tallinn); United Kingdom (SEI York and SEI Oxford); the United States (SEI US); Thailand (SEI Asia); and Colombia (SEI Latin America).
Publiceringsdatum2021-07-01Så ansöker duSista dag att ansöka är 2021-08-01
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Arbetsgivare Stift The Stockholm Environment Institute, Sei Linnégatan 87D (
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104 51 STOCKHOLM
Arbetsplats Stift The Stockholm Environment Institute, Sei
Jobbnummer 5842246
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