Adaptation Pathways Researcher
The adaptation team at the IIASA is looking to recruit a motivated and talented researcher with expertise in climate change adaptation. The successful candidate will join international and interdisciplinary projects, and focus on analyzing adaptation options, and the development of adaptation pathways for various sectors, with a focus on the European region.
your responsibilities
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Perform in-depth research on key adaptation options in several sectors: health, agriculture, water, energy, tourism .
- Contribute to the development of sectoral adaptation pathways.
- Contribute to the conceptualization and analysis of effectiveness of and limits to adaptation.
- Preparation of the related deliverables, reports, stakeholder communication and capacity building activities.
- Contribute to publications in peer-reviewed journals and actively engage in dissemination efforts such as scientific conferences and workshops, stakeholder, and policy events.
your profile
- A master’s degree plus demonstrated professional experience in environmental science, climate change, engineering, geography, economics or a related field.
- Strong quantitative, methodological, and technical skills with a focus on statistical methods and preferably econometrics.
- Experience in programming in R or Python is essential.
- Experience with the CLIMADA model is an asset.
- Experience in using AI and machine learning is an asset.
- A degree of flexibility and willingness to travel.
- Fluency in English and excellent presentation skills.
- IIASA offers an interdisciplinary and international workplace, and the possibility to interact with researchers of different nationalities, with strong ties to a world-wide network of research institutions engaged in environmental systems research. The successful candidate must be able to work in, and have respect for, an intercultural environment, and
Appointment terms
The successful candidate should be available to take up the position as of January 2026. We offer an initial fixed-term, full-time employment contract for one year.
Eligible applicants wishing to work part-time hours may be considered.
The place of work is IIASA in Laxenburg, near Vienna Austria (home office options available).
The successful candidate will be appointed as a researcher (R1) in accordance with the.
The position may allow for parallel study for a PhD qualification (external).
We offer
- A job with purpose. With us you will work in a team of highly engaged people and with your skills you can make a positive contribution to the climate crisis.
- An international atmosphere and pleasant working environment in a historic market town surrounded by green areas.
- An attractive salary which is exempt from income tax in Austria (subject to deductions for health insurance and/or social security) and at least EUR 41,020.00 gross per annum.
IIASA salaries are:
- Not directly comparable with other employers in Austria, due to the unique legal status and privileges granted to IIASA.
- Subject to the principle of income aggregation (Progressionsvorbehalt in German).
additional BENEFITS
- Educational subsidies for children of school age enrolled in private schools in Austria.
- A generous annual leave entitlement.
- Relocation allowances and paid home leave for employees in scientific and professional categories hired from international locations.
- Assistance for newcomers to Austria with visa, work and residency permit applications.
- Support finding accommodation in Austria.
Further details .
About IIASA
IIASA is committed to a working environment that promotes equality, diversity, tolerance and inclusion within its workforce. This is reflected in our and the . We encourage qualified candidates from all religious, ethnic, and social backgrounds to apply. In the case that candidates are equally qualified, preference will be given to applicants from countries where IIASA has a .
Further Information
For further information about this opportunity please contact:
, Senior Research Scholar
For general information about working at IIASA, please contact:
Applications
To apply for this opportunity, you will need to provide the following documents in English:
- A cover letter outlining your motivation for and fit to the position.
- A detailed Curriculum Vitae.
- The names, addresses (including e-mail), and telephone numbers of two reference givers.
