Doctoral Student in Environmental Economics: Carbon Footprints and Demand-Side Policy
Investigate the intersection of household consumption, carbon emissions, and climate policy using transaction-level microdata.
Best for:Best for candidates with a strong quantitative background in economics, environmental science, or sustainability, and proficiency in R or Python.
Overview
Chalmers University of Technology is seeking a doctoral student to join the Division of Physical Resource Theory for a project investigating the distinction between quantity and quality in household carbon footprints. The research aims to challenge the assumption that spending directly correlates with emissions by developing new decomposition methods using transaction-level data and firm-level statistics. The successful candidate will contribute to understanding carbon inequality and evaluating demand-side climate policies. This position is part of a collaborative project involving KTH, Statistics Sweden, and the company Svalna, offering a unique interdisciplinary environment.
What you'll do
- Develop and implement new decomposition methods to separate quantity and quality effects in carbon emissions.
- Analyze transaction-level household microdata and firm-level business statistics.
- Evaluate the potential impact and public support for quality-oriented climate policies.
- Contribute to the project's research on carbon inequality and demand-side climate measures.
- Participate in departmental duties, including undergraduate teaching, for up to 20% of working hours.
- Complete advanced-level courses within the Graduate School of Energy, Environment and Systems.
Requirements
Degree required: Master's degree (120 credits) or Magisterexamen (60 credits) in environmental science, economics, sustainability science, or a closely related field.
Degree offered: PhD
Language: English; proficiency required.
Instruction: English
- Strong quantitative skills in modelling and data analysis.
- Proficiency in scientific computing languages such as R or Python.
- Ability to work independently and across organizational boundaries.
- Demonstrated potential for research and education.
- Fluency in written and spoken English.
- Must hold a valid residence permit by the study start date.
- Must be physically present in Sweden throughout the study period.
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-10-20
Submit your application in English as PDF files. The application must include a CV, a personal letter detailing your motivation, and academic transcripts including your bachelor's and master's thesis.
- CV
- Personal letter
- Bachelor's thesis
- Master's thesis
- Academic transcripts
Contact
David Andersson· Senior Researcher
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