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Postdoctoral Researcher in Ecological-Economic Modelling and Biodiversity Economics for RELATE4NATURE Basque Centre for Climate Change in Spain
Degree Level
Postdoc
Field of study
Environmental Science
Funding
Full-time postdoctoral contract for two years with potential extension to a total of 44 months. Gross annual salary ranges from €27,040.00 to €34,320.00 depending on prior experience. Contract is financed by the European Commission Horizon Europe project RELATE4NATURE.
Deadline
Oct 21, 2026
Country
Spain
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Basque Centre for Climate Change (BC3) in Leioa, Spain is recruiting a Postdoctoral Researcher for the RELATE4NATURE Horizon Europe project. The position is focused on ecological-economic modelling, environmental valuation, biodiversity conservation, green energy transition, and the integration of nature’s diverse values into decision-making.
The postdoc will work under the supervision of Prof. Unai Pascual and contribute to research on the interactions between climate, energy, biodiversity, agri-environmental policy, and social justice. The project aims to better reflect relational, instrumental, and intrinsic values of nature in public and private decisions, with applications in agriculture, energy development, urban and regional planning, and nature management.
Research tasks include critical literature reviews, development of ecological-economic models, quantitative and/or qualitative empirical analysis, and a case study in the Basque Country. The role also involves stakeholder engagement, interviews, surveys, focus groups, workshops, project management support, dissemination, and co-authoring peer-reviewed publications.
Applicants should hold a PhD in environmental or ecological economics or a related field such as political science, geography, environmental psychology, rural studies, or development studies. Strong quantitative/modelling skills (statistics, econometrics, GIS), qualitative research experience, publication record, fieldwork experience, teamwork, and excellent English are required. Knowledge of Spanish and/or Basque is desirable.
This is a full-time fixed-term postdoctoral contract for an initial period of two years, with a possible extension up to 44 months total. The gross annual salary is €27,040 to €34,320 depending on experience. The deadline is 21 October 2026.
To apply, submit the BC3 online application form and upload a single PDF containing a CV (max 3 pages, including two referees) and a motivation letter (max 3 pages). Only applications submitted through the BC3 careers form will be considered.
Funding details
Full-time postdoctoral contract for two years with potential extension to a total of 44 months. Gross annual salary ranges from €27,040.00 to €34,320.00 depending on prior experience. Contract is financed by the European Commission Horizon Europe project RELATE4NATURE.
What's required
PhD in environmental or ecological economics or a related discipline such as political science, geography, environmental psychology, rural studies, or development studies. Applicants should have proven quantitative and/or modelling skills (for example statistics, econometrics, GIS) and qualitative research methods (for example critical discourse analysis, content analysis). A track record of peer-reviewed publications, research experience in environmental valuation, plural values, green energy transition, biodiversity conservation, social-ecological frameworks, transformative change, scenario modelling, rural development, and knowledge integration is expected. Fieldwork experience, ability to work in teams and with local stakeholders, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and excellent written and oral English are required. Knowledge of EU/national/international green energy and biodiversity policy, environmental valuation methods, transdisciplinary methods, and Spanish and/or Basque is desirable.
How to apply
Apply through the form on the BC3 job offers page and upload one PDF containing a CV (max 3 pages, including two referees) and a motivation letter (max 3 pages). Only applications submitted through the BC3 web form will be considered. Informal enquiries can be sent to Unai Pascual with the subject line “RELATE4NATURE post-doctoral position”.
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