Master Thesis: Social Impact Study of Climate
vor 1 Monat
How do climate policies affect communities? This master thesis offers a unique opportunity to explore the social implications of climate mitigation and adaptation measures. The goal is to ensure a just transition, where the benefits and burdens of climate actions are equitably distributed.
**Your Job**:
- WP1 - Quantifying the social impact of existing mitigation and adaptation measures, based on literature review
- WP2 - Integration of the results of WP1 into an existing measure optimization model
- WP3 - Use the model and data to analyze the regional impact of measures on socially-just adaptation and mitigation to climate change
**Your Profile**:
- Very good academic record and currently enrolled in a master’s program in natural science, computer science, engineering or a related field of study
- Very good Python (or other) programming skills
- Good written and spoken English skills
- High interest in environmental justice, public policy, and computer programming
- You are highly motivated to work on the topic and able to work independently and analytically
- You have a high degree of self-organization and time management skills
**Our Offer**:
We work on the very latest issues that impact our society and are offering you the chance to actively help in shaping the change We support you in your work with:
You will be contributing to an ongoing EU project - LOCALISED, in a team of experts with different scientific backgrounds. By completing this master’s thesis, you will gain valuable experience in interdisciplinary research, develop proficiency in Python programming, and significantly enhance your presentation skills. We offer you a high degree of flexibility, insights into the processes of a leading scientific institute and the opportunity to work on highly relevant environmental and energy topics. Further we offer our students:
- Collaboration in a diverse, highly motivated, and international working group in one of the largest research institutions in Europe
- Our canteen has a wide choice of food on offer - and the chance to enjoy your lunch break with a view of the lake
- A large research campus in a forested area, offering fantastic opportunities for networking with colleagues and pursuing sporting activities alongside work
- An excellent scientific infrastructure and intensive supervision
- Professional technical equipment for remote work and the opportunity to work 100% from home
- A reasonable remuneration
The position is for a fixed term of 6 months.
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