University of Amsterdam | Postdoc Recruitment 2026 – Assessing Nascent Sustainable Technologies Amidst High Uncertainty
Organization
University of Amsterdam
Fellowship Amount
€3,548 – €5,538 per month
Overview
About the Organization
The University of Amsterdam (UvA) is one of Europe's leading public research universities, internationally recognized for excellence in research, education, and interdisciplinary collaboration. The university offers researchers access to world-class facilities, global academic partnerships, and an inclusive research environment that supports innovation and societal impact.
About the Position
The Faculty of Economics and Business is seeking an outstanding Postdoctoral Researcher to work on assessing emerging sustainable technologies under conditions of high uncertainty. The research focuses on developing innovative methods to evaluate early-stage sustainable technologies, considering technical performance, environmental impact, economic feasibility, stakeholder perspectives, and societal acceptance.
The successful candidate will collaborate with multidisciplinary researchers, contribute to scientific publications, engage with industry and policy stakeholders, and support the development of evidence-based decision-making frameworks for sustainability transitions.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct interdisciplinary research on sustainable technology assessment.
- Develop methodologies for evaluating emerging technologies under uncertainty.
- Analyze environmental, economic, and societal impacts of new technologies.
- Publish research in leading international journals.
- Collaborate with academic, industry, and policy partners.
- Present research at conferences and workshops.
- Support project reporting and dissemination activities.
- Contribute to stakeholder engagement and sustainability policy discussions.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants should possess:
- A PhD in Sustainability, Engineering, Economics, Innovation Studies, Environmental Science, Technology Management, Public Policy, Operations Research, or a closely related field.
- Strong research experience in sustainability assessment or technology evaluation.
- Excellent quantitative and qualitative research skills.
- Experience with interdisciplinary research.
- Strong scientific writing and communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in an international research environment.
Salary & Benefits
Selected candidates will receive:
- Salary: €3,548 – €5,538 per month (depending on qualifications and experience).
- Full-time appointment (38 hours/week).
- Excellent Dutch pension scheme.
- 232 annual vacation hours.
- Professional development opportunities.
- International research collaborations.
- Modern research infrastructure.
- Inclusive and diverse workplace.
Why Apply?
- Work at one of Europe's leading research universities.
- Contribute to global sustainability and technology transition research.
- Collaborate with internationally recognized researchers.
- Publish impactful interdisciplinary research.
- Build an international academic career.
- Access excellent research funding and networking opportunities.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their application through the official University of Amsterdam recruitment portal.
Typical application documents include:
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Cover Letter
- Research Statement
- Publication List
- Copies of Degree Certificates
- Contact Details of Referees
- Additional documents as requested in the vacancy advertisement.
Important Dates
- Application Deadline: 16 August 2026
- Employment Type: Full-Time Postdoctoral Position (38 hours/week)
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Financial Support
Fellowship Amount: €3,548 – €5,538 per month
Eligibility Criteria
Strong research background in sustainability, innovation, engineering, economics, or related fields.
Excellent research, analytical, and communication skills.
Ability to work in an interdisciplinary and international research environment.
Important Dates
| 0 | Application Deadline: 16 August 2026 |
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