Climate Change Adaptation Expert

1 week ago


Waterloo, Ontario, Canada International Society for Industrial Ecology Full time

As a Climate Change Adaptation Expert at the University of Waterloo, you will be part of the RECOVER project, which aims to enhance small islands' capacity to adapt to climate change. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to transformational adaptation strategies for small islands in the Asia-Pacific region.

The project focuses on mitigating socio-metabolic risk, or systemic risk related to critical resource availability, material circulation integrity, and (in)equities in cost and benefit distributions. You will work closely with the project team to review, analyze and produce publishable materials on state-of-the-art climate change adaptation approaches and strategies.

This 2-year full-time postdoctoral position offers a unique chance to collaborate with experts in environmental studies/science, geography, ecological economics, human/social ecology, political ecology, or related disciplines. The ideal candidate will have expertise in climate change adaptation, proficiency in qualitative and/or quantitative data analytical tools, and a demonstrable interest in Small Island Developing States.

Key responsibilities include reviewing and analyzing literature, developing publishable materials, and contributing to research publications. Opportunities to present co-authored research in national or international conferences and co-supervise graduate students are also available.

We offer a gross salary range of up to $50,000 per year, inclusive of all benefits. The work location is the University of Waterloo, with the option to work from home 1-2 days a week. Ontario, Canada, is required as your primary residence during the period of employment.

The RECOVER project is funded jointly by IDRC-Canada and FCDO-U.org/, with a focus on Asia-Pacific Islands. By joining our team, you will contribute to enhancing resilience in Small Island Developing States and addressing the urgent challenges they face due to climate change.



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