Scientific Coordinator

The Central European University (CEU) invites applications for Scientific Coordinator position in the Department of Environmental Sciences and Policy.

This position supports the academic, research, and international policy work of Prof. Diana Ürge-Vorsatz, Professor at CEU and Vice-Chair of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC). The role offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of academia, practice and global climate policy.

The two main responsibilities associated with this position are:

1. Provide research support for an AI-focused modeling project on energy system related mitigation opportunities in cities, focused on buildings, land use and energy demand

2. Provide science and logistic support to the IPCC Vice Chair

These include the following specific duties:

• Assist in the preparation of speeches, presentations, lectures, mostly in the areas covered by IPCC reports
• Oversee and occasionally co-manage ongoing research projects in the team of Urge-Vorsatz, managing research proposals
• Execute research tasks related to the AI-focused urban energy system modeling project, tailored to the candidate’s skills
• Contribute to or lead scientific publications, reports
• Coordination with international collaborators and scientists
• Support Prof. Urge-Vorsatz’ teaching tasks
• Provide logistical, reporting and other necessary support to Prof. Ürge-Vorsatz in her capacity as IPCC Vice-Chair
• Optional: manage the social media and other climate communication tasks of the IPCC Vice Chair

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or PhD in environmental sciences, climate science, engineering, architecture, computer science, public policy, law, economics, or a related field
• Experience in research, modeling or science communication
• Strong interest in climate change mitigation, sustainability, and international policy
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, including speech writing and presentation preparation
• Strong organizational and project management skills, with excellent skills to manage multiple tasks and priorities
• Ability to work independently and handle sensitive or high-level material with discretion

Nice to have:

• Work experience related to climate change
• Modeling experience, track record in research
• AI related experience
• Familiarity with IPCC processes or international climate policy
• Fluency in Hungarian (for Hungarian-language presentations and outreach)

What CEU Offers

• The opportunity to contribute to the work of the IPCC at the highest level Opportunity to work on cutting-edge research at the intersection of artificial intelligence, architecture, energy systems, and climate solutions, with a globally leading international consortium
• A Dynamic, international academic environment with strong institutional support
• The opportunity to contribute to peer-reviewed publications
• A unique international network building opportunity in climate change and AI
• Flexible working arrangements and collaborative, supportive research team culture

About CEU

One of the world’s most international universities, a unique founding mission positions Central European University as both an acclaimed center for the study of economic, historical, social and political challenges, and a source of support for building open and democratic societies that respect human rights and human dignity. CEU is accredited in the United States and Austria, and offers English-language bachelor's, master's and doctoral programs in the social sciences, the humanities, law, environmental sciences, management and public policy. CEU enrolls more than 1,400 students from over 100 countries, with faculty from over 50 countries.

In 2019, CEU relocated from Hungary to Austria as the Hungarian government revoked its ability to issue US-accredited degrees in the country. As a result, CEU offers all of its degree programs in Vienna, Austria; and retains a non-degree, research and civic engagement presence in Budapest, Hungary, through its CEU Democracy Institute, the Institute for Advanced Study, the CEU Summer University and The Vera and Donald Blinken Open Society Archives (OSA), and its Hungarian language public educational programs and public lectures.

For more information, please visit https://www.ceu.edu/.

Requisition ID: 1019

How to Apply

Please attach a detailed CV, as well as a letter of motivation, detailing your relevant qualifications, skills, experience, as well as how this position fits into your career goals. In addition, please attach a sample first-authored publication, if available.

Identify two references who can be contacted to comment on your professional skills.

Optional: You may submit other relevant documentation on specific relevant skills.

CEU is strongly committed to the promotion of gender equality and equal opportunities within our institution. Previous training, work experience and/or engagement with matters of equality, diversity and inclusion at the organizational level will be an asset.

Central European University does not discriminate on the basis of—including, but not limited to—race, color, national and ethnic origin, religion, gender and sexual orientation in administering its educational policies, admissions policies, employment, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs.