Call reference no - External Staff Recruitment Application

EUROPEAN COMMISSION
DIRECTORATE-GENERAL
JOINT RESEARCH CENTRE
Directorate B - Resources
2016-PTT-F6-FGIV-7370
FG IV Scientific project officer –Analyst of
Research and Innovation Investments in the
Energy sector
As the science and knowledge service of the
Commission, the mission of DG Joint Research Centre is
to support EU policies with independent evidence
throughout the whole policy cycle.
With 7 Scientific Institutes, 3 Corporate Directorates and
the DG/DDG Office, the JRC is located in 5 Member
States (Belgium, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands and
Spain).
Further
information
is
available
at:
http://www.jrc.ec.europa.eu .
The Energy Technology Policy Outlook Unit of the
Institute for Energy and Transport, comprising of about
50 staff, supports the development, implementation and
monitoring of the Energy Union’s policy priorities through
techno -economic assessments and modelling and by
leading the Commission's Strategic Energy Technologies
Information System (SETIS).
The Contract Agent will contribute to the JRC activities
related to the collection, analysis and reporting of
European Union, national and corporate investments in
research and innovation (R&I) in the energy sector to
underpin the monitoring of implementation of the Energy
Union. The work will be closely associated with other
Commission services, international organisations and
Member States.
Position for:
FG IV Scientific project Officer
The tasks will include:
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Collection of data on EU and national investments in
R&I in the energy sector made in Europe and other
developed economies around the world.
Development of a methodological framework for the
systematic collection, harmonisation, verification,
assessment and reporting of these data.
Contribution to the collection of data on R&I
investments by the corporate sector.
Development and quantification of indicators for
monitoring progress in R&I and competitiveness of
the energy sector.
Writing of policy briefs and policy and scientific
reports on R&I investments to underpin the
implementation of the European Strategic Energy
Technology Plan and the State of the Energy Union
annual reports.
Contributions to the dissemination of scientific
research, including publications in peer-reviewed
journals.
Qualifications:
The ideal candidate should have a PhD or completed
university studies of at least three years attested by a
diploma in Economics, Engineering, or Science and at
least five years of professional experience in energy
research and innovation.
Prior
experience
with
analysis
and
assessment
of
technology innovation systems is required. Good
knowledge of national R&D budget or corporate
investment cycles or statistics would be considered as an
asset.
Very good command (B2 level) of English and writing
skills (supported by a publications list), are essential.
Good IT skills and competence in the use of databases
and spreadsheets (advanced user) are a must, along
with very good analytical and data mining skills.
We look for a person with strong interest in energy
issues, who will have a good aptitude of taking initiative,
developing new concepts and be a strong team player.
This position offers a number of varied and interesting
tasks in a friendly and well integrated unit to a
motivated, flexible and reliable colleague.
Institute for Energy and Transport
Energy Technology Policy Outlook
Institute/Directorate
Unit
Further information:
https://ec.europa.eu/jrc/en/institutes/iet
Indicative duration
12 months initial contract with possible renewals up to
maximum 6 years
JRC Site
Petten
Country
The Netherlands
The candidate must be on a valid EPSO reserve list
for Function Group IV contract staff or have
applied to the permanent open call for researchers
FG IV:
https://ec.europa.eu/jrc/en/working-withus/jobs/vacancies/function-group-iv-researchers
Rules and eligibility
Auxiliary contract staff:
https://ec.europa.eu/jrc/en/working-withus/jobs/temporary-positions/contract-staff-members
Please note that due to the high number of applications
received only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.