Position Title: Postdoctoral Research on Stakeholders' Attitudes and Perceptions of Agrivoltaic Systems Appointment Type: Post Doc/Trainee Job Description: The Center for Agricultural and Rural Development (CARD) at Iowa State University is seeking a postdoctoral researcher to work on projects related to the socioeconomic factors and localized impacts of solar and renewable energy systems, including agrivoltaic systems. The successful candidate will work with Dr. Hongli Feng to understand the attitudes and perceptions of stakeholders involved in solar energy including agrivoltaic systems and the policies and other driving factors in an interdisciplinary setting. To this end, the hired postdoctoral researcher will design survey questionnaires and experiments, collect primary data through interviews and survey distribution, and perform statistical and econometrics analyses of primary and secondary data to qualitatively and quantitatively evaluate socioeconomic factors underlying the adoption or support decisions regarding different solar energy systems.
The successful candidate will be expected to deliver research reports, prepare manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals, and present at academic conferences.
This is a 12-month position renewable for up to three years, contingent upon funding and satisfactory performance. The position is available immediately.
Required Minimum Qualifications: Ph.D. in agricultural economics, environmental and resource economics, energy economics, or a closely related field, or have completed the final oral examination for a doctoral degree by the date of application.
At least two publications in peer-reviewed economics journals and strong econometric skills with the ability to apply different econometric models.
Proficient in using the Qualtrics platform for online survey design and process programming skills in Stata and R
Preferred Qualifications: Experience in conducting surveys and experiments
Prior research experience in renewable energy or solar energy
Proposed Start Date: May 20, 2024 Proposed End Date or Length of Term: May 19, 2027 Number of Months Employed Per Year: Time Type: Full time Application Instructions: To apply for this position, please click on "Apply" and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:
1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter
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Why Choose ISU?
Iowa State Postdocs enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:
Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans Generous vacation, holiday, and sick time and leave plans Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa) Flexible Spending Accounts Various voluntary benefits and discounts Employee Assistance Program Wellbeing Program Original Posting Date: May 8, 2024 Posting Close Date: May 14, 2024 Job Requisition Number: R14665
