We are looking for one or more researchers in decision theory and computational applications in the area of climate change. The applicant will work on a new ERC project dealing with deep and structural uncertainties in deep-time projections of climate and economy scenarios. The position is based in Milan either at Politecnico di Milano or the RFF-CMCC European Institute on Economics and the Environment, under the supervision of Prof. Massimo Tavoni
RESPONSIBILITIES
Specific tasks include either or more of one of the following activities:
- Development and applications of theories of robust decision making to climate change
- Analysis of tipping points in the climate and social systems
- Stochastic climate-economic modelling
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- The ideal candidate holds a PhD in applied mathematics, decision theory, economics, or related fields.
- Experience in robust decision-making under uncertainty is required.
- Capacity to develop either theoretical or numerical applications.
- Fluency in English (Italian not needed), good presentation and writing skills.
- Willingness to travel to project meetings and to conferences.
- Ability to work in an interdisciplinary and diverse environment committed to high-quality research.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
- Previous experience with climate change research, including climate science.
How to apply
For a first enquiry, please write to massimo.tavoni@polimi.it or Massimo.tavoni@eiee.org