PhD fellowship in Land Value Modelling

Job title:

PhD fellowship in Land Value Modelling

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Københavns Universitet

Job description

Department of Food and Resource Economics invites applicants for a PhD fellowship in Land value modelling. The project is part of the research project “LandValue” which is financed by the Ministry of Green Transition.Preferred starting date 1st May 2025 or as soon as possible thereafter.The project
The aim of the project is to create and improve tools to understand the interactions of the many factors that determine the value of land. By developing and improving such tools we aspire to get a better basis for determining price conditions on land, which is an important part of the further development of the climate- and environmental regulation of agriculture.Hereby we will improve the knowledge base for understanding how regulatory efforts affect price formation on land, and how price formation may develop locally in different areas of Denmark. The goal is to use this knowledge base to further develop a model concept that can be used in scenario analyses to elucidate the consequences for land prices, and possibly also how land prices can be stabilized by means of land distribution and other measures. Former assessments of land prices include e.g. analyses that apply general equilibrium models (GreenReform), but these former attempts do not take into account the geographically varying factors such as varying nitrogen input needs, livestock production etc. Based on former experiences, the PhD project aims to further develop models, including the TargetEconBES model, to establish tools that can be used to calculate the effects on land prices of the achievement of aquatic environment, climate and biodiversity policies by setting aside and afforest agricultural land.This knowledge will be used for advice of policy makers in connection with the land distribution processes that will be under increased pressure resulting from the plans related to the green transformation of Danish agriculture related to the tripartite agreement from 2024.Who are we looking for?
Applicants should hold an MSc degree within agricultural and/or environmental economics, with experience in economic modelling related to agriculture, with outstanding results and with solid English language skills. This background, previous publications (if any), relevant work experience, and the quality of the applicant’s proposed non-binding research idea will be considered criteria for assessing your qualifications.Applicants are encouraged to submit a brief (maximum 3 pages) non-binding research proposal to illustrate their interest and ability to formulate a research idea within the topic.At IFRO, we see diversity as important to our collective ability to do excellent research and teaching.Our group and research- and what do we offer?
IFRO carries out basic and applied social science research and has educational and public sector advisory service responsibilities within its thematic fields. IFRO is also characterized by a high involvement in interdisciplinary research at both international and national levels. The proposed PhD project will have strong links to other research activities at IFRO, to public consultancy and also teaching. IFRO researchers participate in national and international networks relevant for the PhD position and the PhD candidate is invited to take part in network activities.Principal supervisor is Professor Mette Termansen E-mail, or Direct Phone: +4535337471.The PhD programme
The PhD study is a three-year full-time study, and an education equivalent to a relevant Danish master’s degree is required (180 ECTS/3 FTE BSc + 120 ECTS/2 FTE MSc) related to the thematic area of the project LandValue. For information on eligibility of completed programmes, see General assessments for specific countries and Assessment database.Terms of employment
Employment as PhD fellow is full-time and for a maximum of 3 years.Employment is conditional upon your successful enrolment as a PhD student at the PhD School at the Faculty of SCIENCE, University of Copenhagen. This requires submission and acceptance of an application for the project formulated by the applicant.The terms of employment and salary are in accordance with the agreement between the Ministry of Finance and The Danish Confederation of Professional Associations on Academics in the State (AC). The position is covered by the Protocol on Job Structure.Responsibilities and tasks in the PhD programme

• Carry through an independent research project under supervision
• Complete PhD courses corresponding to approx. 30 ECTS / ½ FTE
• Participate in active research environments, including a stay at another research institution, preferably abroad
• Teaching and knowledge dissemination activities
• Write scientific papers aimed at high-impact journals
• Write and defend a PhD thesis on the basis of your project

We are looking for the following qualifications:

• Professional qualifications relevant to the PhD project
• Relevant publications
• Relevant work experience
• Other relevant professional activities
• Curious mind-set with a strong interest in environmental economics, agriculture and modelling
• Good language skills

Application and Assessment Procedure
Your application including all attachments must be in English and submitted electronically by clicking APPLY NOW below.Please include: * Motivated letter of application (max. one page)

• Curriculum vitae including information about your education, experience, language skills and other skills relevant for the position
• Original diplomas for Bachelor of Science or Master of Science and transcript of records in the original language, including an authorized English translation if issued in another language than English or Danish. If not completed, a certified/signed copy of a recent transcript of records or a written statement from the institution or supervisor is accepted.
• Publication list (if possible)
• Reference letters (if available)

Application deadline:
The deadline for applications is 1st March 2025, 23:59 GMT +1.We reserve the right not to consider material received after the deadline, and not to consider applications that do not live up to the abovementioned requirements.The further process
After deadline, a number of applicants will be selected for academic assessment by an unbiased expert assessor. You are notified, whether you will be passed for assessment.The assessor will assess the qualifications and experience of the shortlisted applicants with respect to the above mentioned research area, techniques, skills and other requirements. The assessor will conclude whether each applicant is qualified. The assessed applicants will have the opportunity to comment on their assessment. You can read about the recruitment process at .Interviews with selected candidates are expected to be held in week 12.Questions
For specific information about the PhD fellowship, please contact the principal supervisor.General information about PhD study at the Faculty of SCIENCE is available at the PhD School’s website: .The University of Copenhagen wishes to reflect the surrounding community and invites all regardless of personal background to apply for the position.Københavns Universitet giver sine knap 10.000 medarbejdere muligheder for at udnytte deres talent fuldt ud i et ambitiøst, uformelt miljø. Vi sikrer traditionsrige og moderne rammer om uddannelser og fri forskning på højt internationalt niveau. Vi søger svar og løsninger på fælles problemer og gør ny viden tilgængelig og nyttig for andre.KontaktMette TermansenE-mail:InfoAnsøgningsfrist: 01-03-2025Ansættelsesdato: 01-05-2025Arbejdstid: FuldtidAfdeling/Sted: Department of Food and Resource Economicsiframe class=”google_maps_frame” src=”https://www.google.com/maps/embed/v1/view?key=AIzaSyDZpFayhRtmaC0ZWoqqln6MrIVjq4Ht6Pk&center=55.6850926,12.5434869&zoom=16″ title=”kort”

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København

Job date

Sat, 15 Feb 2025 06:30:17 GMT

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