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We are looking for an engaged and analytical project assistant who wants to contribute to ongoing research on climate policy instruments. The position is 75–100% and runs from early autumn 2026 until July 15, 2027.

About Us

The Department of Environmental and Energy Sciences (ENV) conducts research and education focused on today's major environmental and climate challenges. With the goal of developing knowledge-based and competitive solutions by adopting systems science perspectives and illuminating the interplay between technology, society, and the environment, to contribute to a transition within sectors such as energy, transport, and industry.

The Division of Physical Resource Theory (FRT) focuses on how natural resources, energy, and the environment interact with society's economy and political systems. FRT conducts research on climate policy, sustainable land use, consumption patterns, and instruments for transition. The division has a multidisciplinary research group that combines natural science, technical, and social science perspectives. The research environment is international and characterized by openness, collegiality, and a strong commitment to sustainable societal development.

Job Description

As a project assistant, you will work closely with Jörgen Larsson and Martin Persson in research projects focusing on climate policy instruments within areas such as road traffic and agriculture/food. The instruments studied can, for example, be taxes, subsidies, and regulations, and they are analyzed based on criteria such as potential for reducing emissions, cost-effectiveness, acceptance and fairness, compliance with EU regulations, and political feasibility. The work concerns instruments at both the national and EU levels, and includes the question of how different actors in society view different policy alternatives. You will contribute to building a common knowledge base on the effects and prerequisites of these instruments – a knowledge base that is to be made available to both researchers and societal actors.

Your main tasks include:

• Knowledge Syntheses: Search for and analyze published texts – scientific articles, reports, and other relevant documents – to compile the state of knowledge on different climate policy instruments in text form.
• AI-based Knowledge Tools: Contribute to making compiled knowledge accessible to others, including via AI-based tools and platforms.
• Expert Interviews: Conduct interviews with experts and stakeholders in relevant policy areas to some extent.
• Conferences and Events: Contribute to the planning and execution of smaller conferences, workshops, and seminars.
• Scientific Analysis Work: Support qualitative and quantitative analysis work within ongoing research projects.
• Other Tasks: Various administrative and practical tasks related to the research environment.

We are looking for you who

• Have at least a three-year academic education with an environmental focus (Bachelor's degree or equivalent).
• Have good knowledge of Swedish – a significant part of the work is based on the analysis of documents in Swedish.
• Have good ability to analyze, structure, and write text at an academic or policy-relevant level.

Merits

• Master's degree with an environmental focus.
• Social science environmental competence, especially political science and/or environmental economics focus.
• Experience or education in quantitative analysis methods.

Employment Type

The employment is a fixed-term position. The position is 75–100% and runs from early autumn 2026 until July 15, 2027.

We Offer

Chalmers core values: openness, respect, participation, diversity, and quality, permeate our view of our work environment and our employees. We offer an stimulating workplace in an academic environment, where students and employees are driven by creating value for a sustainable future.

Here you can read more about our terms and conditions (https://www.chalmers.se/en/about-chalmers/working-at-chalmers/chalmers-as-an-employer/terms-and-conditions/) and what it is like to work at Chalmers (https://www.chalmers.se/en/about-chalmers/working-at-chalmers/).

Application

The application should be written in Swedish and attached as PDF files as described below. The maximum file size is 40 MB per file. Note that the system does not support Zip files.

The application should include:

• CV, with completed education, names of some relevant courses, and previous work experience.
• Cover letter, which briefly describes you, both as a person and professionally, and why you are applying for the position.
• Other documents (optional), thesis, degree certificate, grades, etc.

Use the button at the bottom of the page to access the application form.

A background check may be conducted as part of the application process.

Note: The applicant is responsible for ensuring the application is complete. Incomplete applications or applications sent via email will not be considered. Contact details for references will be requested after the interview.

Last date for applications: July 31, 2026

Questions about the position:

Jörgen Larsson (https://www.chalmers.se/en/persons/jorlar/) (very limited response possibilities due to holiday periods).

Chalmers declines all offers of further job advertising or recruitment support in connection with this recruitment.

Chalmers University of Technology in Gothenburg conducts research and education in engineering and natural sciences at a high international level. The university has 3,100 employees, 10,000 students, and educates engineers, architects, and ship officers. With scientific excellence as a foundation, Chalmers develops competence and technical solutions for a sustainable world. Through global engagement and entrepreneurial spirit, we create innovation power, in close collaboration with the rest of society.

Chalmers was founded in 1829 and still has the same motto: Avancez – forward.