UNU-MERIT is looking for a Research Fellow to work on two EU Horizon Europe projects (ST4TE and TWINRD) studying emerging green and digital technologies, and their impact on employment and wages.
Job Description
The Research Fellow will contribute to:
The Research Fellow will use data mining, network analysis, machine learning (text analysis methods). They will combine patent data with data on online job vacancies (were needed matched with ORBIS) to provide an unprecedent analysis on the potential impact of digital and green technology on inequality though skills in demand.
The Research Fellow will work in collaboration with a team of top innovation scholars, economists, data scientists and other Research Fellows in a vibrant research environment at UNU-MERIT and at partner organisations. Funding will be available to recruit Research Assistants to support data collection and analysis, participate in projects research meetings and workshops to refine methods and data, as well presenting results at relevant external conferences and workshops. As part of ST4TE, the Research Fellow will have access to several data sources on job ads, companies, and processed STI metadata.
The work will lead to publications in top journals led by the Research Fellow.
The Research Fellow will:
Requirements
The ideal candidate will have a PhD in Economics, Innovation, Computational Social Sciences, Data Science, or related quantitative social sciences. They will have curiosity to explore new data and methods, and wiliness to work in an interdisciplinary, collaborative, and stimulating team and project. They may have a background on the analysis of STI corpora, and other unstructured data, and a background on economics of innovation theories, especially in relation to employment and the organization of work and industries. Ability to think about new ways of combining data to explore the dynamics of technologies is welcome.
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What we offer
As a PostDoc at the School of Business and Economics, you will be employed by the most international university in the Netherlands, located in the beautiful city of Maastricht. In addition, we offer you:
The terms of employment at Maastricht University are largely set out in the collective labor agreement of Dutch Universities. In addition, local provisions specific to UM apply. For more information, click here.
Maastricht University
Why work at Maastricht University?
At Maastricht University (UM), everything revolves around the future. The future of our students, as we work to equip them with a solid, broad-based foundation for the rest of their lives. And the future of society, as we seek solutions through our research to issues from all around the world. Our six faculties combined provide a comprehensive package of study programmes and research.
In our teaching, we use the Problem-Based Learning (PBL) method. Students work in small groups, looking for solutions to problems themselves. By discussing issues and working together to draw conclusions, formulate answers and present them to their peers, students develop essential skills for their future careers.
With over 22,300 students and more than 5,000 employees from all over the world, UM is home to a vibrant and inspiring international community.
Are you drawn to an international setting focused on education, science and scholarship? Are you keen to contribute however your skills and qualities allow? Our door is open to you! As a young European university, we value your talent and look forward to creating the future together.
Click here for more information about UM.
The School of Business and Economics
The School of Business and Economics (SBE) is one of Maastricht University’s six faculties. Our mission is to contribute to a better world by addressing societal problems, by co-creating knowledge and developing team players and leaders for the future.
By joining SBE, you will be part of the 1% of business schools worldwide to be Triple Crown accredited (EQUIS, AACSB and AMBA). You will join an inspiring and international environment, where learning and development is priority.
Department
UNU-MERIT is a research and training institute of the United Nations University (UNU) and Maastricht University. UNU-MERIT aims to advance societal policy and innovation research, provide education and mobilise knowledge to unlock innovation's full potential for achieving inclusive sustainable development. UNU-MERIT ranks among the leading research groups working in the field of innovation studies. Our research contributes to academic and policy debates on the economics of innovation and technology, providing a bridge between academic and policy communities by addressing real-world problems through societally relevant research grounded in academic excellence.
Curious?
Are you interested in this exciting position but still have questions?
Feel free to contact D. Tommaso Ciarli at ciarli@merit.unu.edu and
Dr. Önder Nomaler at nomaler@merit.unu.edu for more information.
Applying?
Or are you already convinced and ready to become our new PostDoc?
Apply now for this position, no later than 8 September 2024.
Please upload your CV, motivation letter, 2 reference letters and your most relevant piece of work (e.g. Job Market Paper, Publication, Working Paper, PhD Chapter).
The first interviews preferably take place between 23 September and 4 October 2024.
The second interviews will be held on shortly after.
A reference check will be part of the application procedure.
Maastricht University is committed to promoting and nurturing a diverse and inclusive community. We believe that diversity in our staff and student population contributes to the quality of research and education at UM, and strive to enable this through inclusive policies and innovative projects led by teams of staff and students. We encourage you to apply for this position.
Location: | Maastricht - Netherlands |
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Salary: |
€3,226
to €5,929
£2,805.96 to £5,157.02 converted salary* gross, per month |
Hours: | Full Time, Part Time |
Contract Type: | Fixed-Term/Contract |
Placed On: | 23rd July 2024 |
Closes: | 8th September 2024 |
Job Ref: | 1163 |
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