Bc3research
Postdoctoral Researcher on everyday urban adaptation for IMAGINE Adaptation Proj
Bc3research, Villa Espana Colonia, Texas, United States
The Basque Centre for Climate Change (BC3) offers a full-time postdoctoral researcher position to support the research activities in the context of the European Research Council (ERC) project IMAGINE Adaptation (ID: 101039429), led by Dr Marta Olazabal. This is a 5‑year research project funded by the ERC that is being developed in the framework of the Adaptation Lab (Research Line 4) and the cross-cutting Urban Theme at BC3.
The project ‘IMAGINE adaptation’ addresses the imperative of how to evaluate adaptation in urban areas as a contemporary complex phenomenon with implications across governance scales. It argues that the current focus on policy progress can be useful as a first step, but it is not indicative of effective adaptation.
In this project, we aim to explore broader understandings of success in adaptation that transcend technocratic approaches and consider equity, justice and maladaptive issues. In order to enable evaluation and learning from these diverse understandings of adaptation, ‘IMAGINE adaptation’ has four timely and ambitious objectives: first, the reformulation of the concept of successful adaptation using expert and local views. Second, the exploration of trends and needs regarding monitoring and evaluation and how these may enable or hinder adaptation. Third, the development of comparative case study research across 12 urban areas worldwide. Finally, the analysis of how evaluations of local progress can inform global goals. The outputs of this project aim to be a reference for future adaptation assessment studies and to pioneer the understanding of the ways to enable far-reaching, transformative urban adaptation through processes of evaluation and learning.
We are looking for a postdoctoral researcher who can support the scientific development of the project alongside completing key activities.
The postdoctoral researcher will participate in a range of research activities within the project. They are expected to research a theme focused on everyday adaptations and lived experiences of adaptation, as well as co‑lead the development of a participatory evaluation study of climate change adaptation in urban areas. The researcher will also be responsible for leading case studies in several cities and collaborating closely with a variety of urban adaptation actors. More broadly, they will support the Principal Investigator (PI) and the project team in achieving the project’s scientific objectives, developing effective task management strategies, and collaboratively working to publish and disseminate research findings.
We are seeking highly motivated candidates who can: work in an international, ground‑breaking project,
Develop transdisciplinary work and find value in science through co‑creation,
Use both theoretical and empirical qualitative and quantitative approaches to respond to key project questions, and
Turn findings into both scientific and policy outputs that can deliver a real change.
Key responsibilities:
Develop two urban case studies in different cities worldwide to evaluate adaptation interventions through comparative, transdisciplinary, and co‑creative research.
Develop a research theme on everyday adaptations and lived experiences of adaptation within the framework of the project.
Co‑lead a participatory evaluation study on climate change adaptation in urban areas.
Support the organisation of project meetings, workshops, and conferences.
Contribute to the training and mentoring of other team members.
Main requirements/skills:
Required:
Doctoral degree (PhD)
in human geography, urban geography, or a closely related discipline.
Strong background in research on everyday adaptations and lived experiences of urban adaptation , evidenced by prior work, including doctoral or postdoctoral research.
Experience with participatory and creative research methods , (e.g., photovoice), as well as, with
cognitive mapping approaches
(e.g., fuzzy cognitive mapping)
Proven interest and experience in participatory evaluation or community‑based
adaptation, evidenced by previous postdoctoral or collaborative research with communities.
Experience working with a diverse range of stakeholders
in urban adaptation, including local governments, water utilities, and non‑governmental organisations, demonstrated through prior engagement in
co‑production and transdisciplinary
research processes in Spain and overseas.
Experience in science outreach and dissemination , particularly in communicating research findings to broader audiences through
visual and creative methods
(e.g., video documentaries).
Strong publication record
in topics related to everyday practices and lived experiences of urban socio‑environmental challenges, evidenced by papers published in high‑impact scientific journals.
Fluent English and Spanish
(minimum level C2 or native).
Benefits and work environment:
Interdisciplinary and inspiring work environment.
Quiet and spacious workspaces.
Possibility of participating in the internal training and academic activities of the centre.
30 days of vacation per year.
1 day per week for remote working at home.
Term of contract The contract will be for a period of two years, including a six‑month probationary period based on performance.
The position will carry competitive salary, matching the academic and professional profile of the applicant, and excellent work conditions.
Location As an HR Excellence awarded institution, BC3 is committed to conciliating research‑academic requirements and family duties. BC3 is particularly concerned with creating equal opportunities for people independently of gender, culture, and race. Anyone with relevant qualifications is therefore strongly encouraged to apply for the position.
Fill the form below and upload one PDF document with the following information:
CV (4 pages max.) including contacts of two referees.
One‑page MOTIVATION LETTER.
One‑page bulleted list explaining how you meet the requirements of this job offer, links to relevant previous work/project/initiative are welcome.
Deadline Informal enquiries can be made to Dr Marta Olazabal (marta.olazabal@bc3research.org ), noting in the subject of the message “Postdoctoral researcher everyday urban adaptation”.
Contract financed by European Research Council Established by the European Commission, Grant reference 101039429
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The project ‘IMAGINE adaptation’ addresses the imperative of how to evaluate adaptation in urban areas as a contemporary complex phenomenon with implications across governance scales. It argues that the current focus on policy progress can be useful as a first step, but it is not indicative of effective adaptation.
In this project, we aim to explore broader understandings of success in adaptation that transcend technocratic approaches and consider equity, justice and maladaptive issues. In order to enable evaluation and learning from these diverse understandings of adaptation, ‘IMAGINE adaptation’ has four timely and ambitious objectives: first, the reformulation of the concept of successful adaptation using expert and local views. Second, the exploration of trends and needs regarding monitoring and evaluation and how these may enable or hinder adaptation. Third, the development of comparative case study research across 12 urban areas worldwide. Finally, the analysis of how evaluations of local progress can inform global goals. The outputs of this project aim to be a reference for future adaptation assessment studies and to pioneer the understanding of the ways to enable far-reaching, transformative urban adaptation through processes of evaluation and learning.
We are looking for a postdoctoral researcher who can support the scientific development of the project alongside completing key activities.
The postdoctoral researcher will participate in a range of research activities within the project. They are expected to research a theme focused on everyday adaptations and lived experiences of adaptation, as well as co‑lead the development of a participatory evaluation study of climate change adaptation in urban areas. The researcher will also be responsible for leading case studies in several cities and collaborating closely with a variety of urban adaptation actors. More broadly, they will support the Principal Investigator (PI) and the project team in achieving the project’s scientific objectives, developing effective task management strategies, and collaboratively working to publish and disseminate research findings.
We are seeking highly motivated candidates who can: work in an international, ground‑breaking project,
Develop transdisciplinary work and find value in science through co‑creation,
Use both theoretical and empirical qualitative and quantitative approaches to respond to key project questions, and
Turn findings into both scientific and policy outputs that can deliver a real change.
Key responsibilities:
Develop two urban case studies in different cities worldwide to evaluate adaptation interventions through comparative, transdisciplinary, and co‑creative research.
Develop a research theme on everyday adaptations and lived experiences of adaptation within the framework of the project.
Co‑lead a participatory evaluation study on climate change adaptation in urban areas.
Support the organisation of project meetings, workshops, and conferences.
Contribute to the training and mentoring of other team members.
Main requirements/skills:
Required:
Doctoral degree (PhD)
in human geography, urban geography, or a closely related discipline.
Strong background in research on everyday adaptations and lived experiences of urban adaptation , evidenced by prior work, including doctoral or postdoctoral research.
Experience with participatory and creative research methods , (e.g., photovoice), as well as, with
cognitive mapping approaches
(e.g., fuzzy cognitive mapping)
Proven interest and experience in participatory evaluation or community‑based
adaptation, evidenced by previous postdoctoral or collaborative research with communities.
Experience working with a diverse range of stakeholders
in urban adaptation, including local governments, water utilities, and non‑governmental organisations, demonstrated through prior engagement in
co‑production and transdisciplinary
research processes in Spain and overseas.
Experience in science outreach and dissemination , particularly in communicating research findings to broader audiences through
visual and creative methods
(e.g., video documentaries).
Strong publication record
in topics related to everyday practices and lived experiences of urban socio‑environmental challenges, evidenced by papers published in high‑impact scientific journals.
Fluent English and Spanish
(minimum level C2 or native).
Benefits and work environment:
Interdisciplinary and inspiring work environment.
Quiet and spacious workspaces.
Possibility of participating in the internal training and academic activities of the centre.
30 days of vacation per year.
1 day per week for remote working at home.
Term of contract The contract will be for a period of two years, including a six‑month probationary period based on performance.
The position will carry competitive salary, matching the academic and professional profile of the applicant, and excellent work conditions.
Location As an HR Excellence awarded institution, BC3 is committed to conciliating research‑academic requirements and family duties. BC3 is particularly concerned with creating equal opportunities for people independently of gender, culture, and race. Anyone with relevant qualifications is therefore strongly encouraged to apply for the position.
Fill the form below and upload one PDF document with the following information:
CV (4 pages max.) including contacts of two referees.
One‑page MOTIVATION LETTER.
One‑page bulleted list explaining how you meet the requirements of this job offer, links to relevant previous work/project/initiative are welcome.
Deadline Informal enquiries can be made to Dr Marta Olazabal (marta.olazabal@bc3research.org ), noting in the subject of the message “Postdoctoral researcher everyday urban adaptation”.
Contract financed by European Research Council Established by the European Commission, Grant reference 101039429
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