Project assistant for energy transitions

We seek an individual to assist with research activities as well as coordinate and manage activities in two interdisciplinary projects at Lund University Centre for Sustainability Studies: Energy Transitions and Climate Change. The research assistant/coordinator will work directly with project leader. The applicant should have proven experience coordinating multiple tasks, preferability in academic environment. Furthermore, the applicant should possess an advanced interdisciplinary academic degree (MSc. or equivalent) with solid experience in research focused on energy cultures framework as well as sustainability transitions and transformations. English fluency is essential; fieldwork experience especially in countries like Nepal may be required.

This is an temporary employment for 7 months, 100%.

Main tasks
Desired responsibilities of the position should include:

• Desired research skills:
• Data organization and analysis (including qualitative and quantitative methods) using established analytical frameworks
• Basic report writing
• Report and paper editing

• Ability to cooperate with research teams
• Outreach and collaboration experience with actors outside academia 
• Support in the planning and management of project work packages 
• Support in research communication in social media and news outlets.

 Application materials to be submitted

• An extended cover letter (max. 2 pages)
• CV including any publications (max. 3 pages)