Post Doctoral Researcher, Ecosystem Services Valuation, Applied Economics and Statistics

The University of Delaware is hiring a Postdoctoral Researcher in Ecosystem Services Valuation for a two-year position in Newark, DE. The role involves researching ecosystem service benefits for water management, developing web-based valuation tools, and mentoring students. Candidates should have a PhD in economics or a related field and experience in programming and environmental economics. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits.
About the position

The University of Delaware is seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher in Ecosystem Services Valuation within the Department of Applied Economics and Statistics. This two-year position focuses on measuring ecosystem service benefits related to various water management projects and involves coding web-based valuation tools for benefit-cost analyses. The role includes opportunities for co-authoring publications, engaging in policy-relevant research, and mentoring students.

Responsibilities
• Conduct research on ecosystem service benefits related to water management projects.
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• Develop and code web-based valuation tools for benefit-cost analyses.
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• Calculate benefit transfers for existing and proposed projects in the U.S.
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• Participate in research projects related to oyster reef restoration in the Gulf Coast.
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• Co-author publications and present findings at professional conferences.
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• Mentor graduate and undergraduate students.

Requirements
• PhD in economics, applied economics, or a closely related field.
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• Strong training and experience in computer programming of web-based applications.
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• Knowledge of environmental and resource economics, particularly in measuring ecosystem service benefits.
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• Experience with stated and revealed preference elicitations and econometrics.
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• Strong written and communication skills.

Nice-to-haves
• Background knowledge of ecology and ecosystem function.

Benefits
• Competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.
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• Attractive benefit package including health insurance and retirement plans.