Dear all,
An interesting position has been advertised at the LSE, initially for two years. This is a research position but the emphasis is very much on policy engagement and policy-oriented analysis in climate policy, in Europe and internationally. Deadline is 20 January. Best wishes, and a happy new year, Robert Principal or Senior Research Fellow - Climate Policy The Grantham Research Institute at the London School of Economics aims to be a world-leading centre for research, teaching and training in climate change and the environment. We produce both academic research and policy-oriented analysis for a wider audience. We seek to appoint a candidate with a strong analytical background to lead, and make a significant contribution to, our engagement with policy makers in Europe and internationally. The Institute would prefer to appoint at Principal Research Fellow level but will consider outstanding applicants at Senior Research Fellow level if no suitable applications are received at Principal level. Working closely with researchers and the policy team, you will provide leadership on our policy engagement and produce rigorous, user-focused analysis to impact the international public debate on climate change. You will also contribute to one or several of the academic research programmes and play an active intellectual role in the life of the Grantham Research Institute, including the ESRC-sponsored Centre for Climate Change Economics and Policy <http://www.cccep.ac.uk> |. Further information about the Institute and its related centres/programmes <http://www2.lse.ac.uk/GranthamInstitute/About/home.aspx> | ________________________________ Details At Principal Research Fellow level, you will demonstrate evidence of senior level experience of providing strategic leadership within a policy, HE or equivalent environment, as well as the ability to assemble, motivate, manage and lead teams of senior researchers. At both Principal and Senior Research Fellow level, you will have a PhD (or equivalent experience) in economics or a related field. You will also have outstanding communication skills in both written and oral English and a strong understanding of climate change policy in Europe and internationally. An excellent network of policy contacts and an established international reputation as a policy maker is essential, as is a strong research background and the ability to produce high-quality, user-oriented analysis in a timely manner. You will also demonstrate experience of managing research staff. Salary: Principal Research Fellow - salary scale £57,494 - £73,778 per annum inclusive. Senior Research Fellow - salary scale £48,931 - 56,657 per annum inclusive, with potential to progress to £62,783. Status: Initially for two years (subject to funding). Fractional contracts and secondments will be considered. In addition to a good salary the benefits that come with this job includes a defined benefits pension scheme, generous annual leave and training and development opportunities. ________________________________ Application Closing date for receipt of applications: 20 January 2013 (11.59pm, UK time). Regrettably, we are unable to accept any late applications. Interview date: To be confirmed To apply for this post please go to LSE Jobs <http://www.lse.ac.uk/Jobs> | and select "Current vacancies''. If you have any queries about applying on the online system, please email <mailto:[email protected]> |, quoting reference 1296982. ________________________________ Dr Robert Falkner Reader in International Relations Academic Director, TRIUM Global EMBA Associate, Grantham Research Institute on Climate Change and the Environment London School of Economics, Houghton Street, London WC2A 2AE, UK Phone: (+44) (0)20 7955 6347 Fax: (+44) (0)20 7955 7446 Email: [email protected] Homepage: http://personal.lse.ac.uk/falkner/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/robert_falkner NEW: 'Rio+20 and the Global Environment: Reflections on Theory and Practice' <http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/inta.2012.88.issue-3/issuetoc> , special issue of International Affairs 88(3) 2012. Available in paperback: Business Power and Conflict in International Environmental Politics <http://www.palgrave.com/products/title.aspx?PID=383538> (Palgrave Macmillan, 2009). Please access the attached hyperlink for an important electronic communications disclaimer: http://lse.ac.uk/emailDisclaimer
