Avoimet paikat / Open positions
Business Economics Researcher |
The Finnish Forest Research Institute ( Metla), Joensuu Research Unit is offering a permanent position as Business Economics Researcher The major research duties are in business economics research projects focusing on the identification of value, competitive advantages, utilization potential and business models of environmental performance for wood products and related value chains. The major research tasks are integrated into Metla’s research programme “Cost Efficient Procurement and Utilization of Roundwood”. The other research duties are in the economic analyses of carbon sequestration issues and policies related to forest-based products integrated into the programme “Functioning of Forest Ecosystems and Use of Forest Resources in Changing Climate”. Collaboration with greenhouse gases estimation and reporting are involved. (http://www.metla.fi/tutkimus/index-en.htm) The applicant should hold a D.Sc, Ph.D. or M.Sc. with major degrees in business economics or other appropriate research discipline. Records of research in business economics and experience in the value chain approach of forest sector are appreciated. The applicant should have fluent written and verbal skills in English, and interests and skills for communication, networking and reporting with interest groups of forest sector and international scientific community. |
Applications |
The application should include: An application letter covering scientific background and research and networking experience in the desired disciplines, current CV with a list of publications and presentation of other merits, and contacts for potential transcripts. The salary consists of two parts: fixed part depending on qualifications and experience, additional part depending on personal performance of applicant. The application should be sent by the 20th of November 2008 to: The Finnish Forest Research Institute (Metla) Joensuu Research Unit |
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