Research Associate & Lecturer in Environmental and Energy Economics

Research Associate & Lecturer in Environmental and Energy Economics 60–80 %

Join a committed interdisciplinary research group supporting the sustainability and energy transition in Switzerland and internationally.

School: School of Management and Law
Starting date: January 2027 or by agreement

• Acquisition of externally funded research and projects, as well as contributing to and leading research projects
• Research in environmental economics, including publication of scientific outputs
• Teaching in environmental or economics-related subjects at Bachelor, Master and continuing education levels including supervision of Bachelor and Master theses
• Contributing to the broader activities of the Centre for Energy and the Environment, including public outreach and international collaboration
• PhD in Environmental Economics or a closely related field
• Ideally professional experience in environmental economics or a related domain
• Proven track record of publications in international peer-reviewed journals
• Previous teaching experience at a higher education institution
• Strong interest in interdisciplinary collaboration
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and at least one Swiss national language; willingness to learn German
• Open, communicative personality with strong analytical and conceptual thinking skills
• Independent, structured, and flexible working style
• Team-oriented mindset with collaborative spirit
• Experience with numerical modelling (e.g., Computable General Equilibrium models) is an advantage

Final date to receive applications: 16.August 2026; first interviews will take place in late August / early September 2026