Based in Barcelona, collaborative and dynamic international team
High level proficiency in English
Full time, Continuing position
40,000 EUR salary per annum (negotiable commensurate with experience)
We are seeking a motivated Postdoctoral Research Fellow to contribute to cutting-edge research focused around Climate Positive Futures, in particular, technological and business innovation, digital transformation, and transitions to sustainable and regenerative businesses and societies.
The Fellow will play a critical role in advancing DREAM+PLAN's scientific outputs including publishing high-impact coauthored publications, curating and developing scientific training materials for PhD candidates, in particular for the annual doctoral schools.
The Fellow will also contribute to the development of new proposals and initiatives. This is an exciting opportunity to collaborate within an international, multidisciplinary, and multi-sectoral Consortium to address key societal challenges in line with the EU Missions and The European Green Deal.
A novel training program will guide PhD candidates through their journey via three doctoral schools. An online repository of training materials will ensure a lasting legacy and impact beyond the Project.
Click here to learn about the DREAM+PLAN Project.
To be successful in this position, you will have:
Demonstrated research and teaching experience in Innovation, Technology Management, Sustainability Studies or a relevant discipline or multi- disciplinary area.
Proven track record of research excellence, demonstrated through publications in peer-reviewed journals.
Strong experience in interdisciplinary research and knowledge of climate- positive solutions.
Demonstrated ability to write effectively for academic and general audiences.
Evidence of strong methodological expertise.
Strong visualisation and communication skills.
Experience in curating PhD-level training activities.
Contribute to the development of new proposals and initiatives.
Demonstrated ability to engage with diverse stakeholders spanning science, public sector, and industry.
Ability to work under strict and tight deadlines, both proactively with the DREAM+PLAN Project Team and Partners, as well as independently as needed.
Desirable:
Experience in collaborating with non-academic partners (e.g. NGOs, policymakers, multinationals, etc).
Familiarity with EU Missions, the European Green Deal, and regional sustainability strategies.
Experience in the curation of training materials for PhD-level training purposes.
Qualifications and requirements
Holder of a PhD in a relevant discipline (Innovation, Management, Economics, Social Sciences, etc)
High level proficiency in English
Working rights in Spain
Who is RMIT Europe?
We're the creative and dynamic European hub of RMIT University – a multi- sector university of technology, design, and enterprise with more than 91,000 students and 11,000 staff globally.
Based in the heart of Barcelona, our focus is on successfully extending RMIT's international engagement and strategically growing the University's collaborative research and education activity in Europe.
We facilitate RMIT's collaboration in the development of innovative pan- European projects attracting global knowledge from Europe, Australia, and Asia to deliver local impact.
About the team and benefits You'll be joining an ambitious team of experienced professionals who are passionate about making a difference and delivering real impact. Benefits of working at RMIT Europe include hybrid working arrangements, flexible salary benefits (transport, health insurance, childcare and restaurants) and free language classes.
For more details, please see the position description link below.
Position Description - Research Fellow (Level A)
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Applications Close:18 Feb 2025 11.59 pm
RMIT Europe is the European hub of RMIT University, one of Australia's largest tertiary institutions. Based in Barcelona, we're focused on expanding RMIT's reputation as a global university of technology, design and enterprise.