Research Economist
Published on May 31, 2011 by PhD Scholarships · No CommentsEDINBURGH
£31,470 - £34,740 PER ANNUM
With a range of research, consultancy and education services, the Scottish Agricultural College is not here just to pass on vital skills today, but also to bring innovation to Scotland's land based industries for tomorrow.
We are looking for an enthusiastic economist who is keen to develop a research career in the food/rural sector and apply their skills to the key global challenges facing this sector including food security and safety, climate change and animal health and welfare. Your work will provide insights on adaptation to change in the sector and on developing a low carbon rural economy. For example, you will explore consumers' willingness to increase their consumption of low carbon products and products which promote higher standards of animal health and welfare. You will join the Bio-economics and Rural Strategy Team within the Land Economy and Environment Research Group based in Edinburgh (one of the largest groups of social and economic researchers into rural issues in the UK).
Ideally the successful candidate will have a good grounding in economics and quantitative methods (particularly demand analysis) and post-graduate qualifications to PhD level or equivalent research experience. Experience on the application of quantitative research methods and reporting results are essential. Good communication skills are also essential, as is the ability to work as a member of interdisciplinary teams.
The salary will be in the region of £31,470 - £34,740 per annum.
Apply online at http://www.sac.ac.uk. If you do not have access to the Internet, you may request an application pack by contacting Human Resources on 0131 535 4414. Please note that CVs will not be accepted without a completed application form.
Closing date: 27 June 2011. Please quote: R/LE/542/11.
Tags: Economics
