Postdoctoral Research Fellow In Quantitative Analysis Of Economic Impacts Of Ultra Processed Foods

University of Sydney

Camperdown, Australia
Base: $127,436 - $151,328; bonus/equity: not speci...
Phd in economics or related quantitative field
Strong experience with large-scale data processing
Proficiency in matlab programming language
This role involves leading quantitative research on the economic impacts of ultra-processed foods to influence global food and health policy

Job Summary

  • This role involves leading quantitative research on the economic impacts of ultra-processed foods to influence global food and health policy.
  • The successful candidate will manage and analyze large, complex datasets to generate robust, policy-relevant insights for the University's research agenda.
  • The position offers a base salary between $127,436 and $151,328 plus 17% superannuation for a fixed term of 12 months.

Matching Summary

This role involves leading quantitative research on the economic impacts of ultra-processed foods to influence global food and health policy.

Salary

Base: $127,436 - $151,328; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: 17% superannuation

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • PhD in Economics or related quantitative field
  • Strong experience with large-scale data processing
  • Proficiency in MATLAB programming language
  • Familiarity with UN Comtrade and national accounts data
  • Experience supervising and mentoring others

Nice-to-have

  • Prior experience in economic input-output analysis
  • Interest in food research and supply-chain modeling
  • Knowledge of multi-regional input-output frameworks
  • Ability to work independently on technical tasks
  • Experience with Python or R programming languages

Key Requirements

  • PhD in Economics, Mathematical Sciences, Computer Science, or Environmental Science
  • Demonstrated ability to supervise and mentor others
  • Strong background in high-dimensional dataset management

Work Rights

Not specified

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