Are you interested in working at the science-policy interface, and are you especially interested in policy options that reduce biodiversity loss? Are you good at structuring data into a database and making databases accessible for users? Then join the PBL team that works in the Bio-Agora project. The EU Horizon project Bio-Agora contributes to the development of the European science-policy interface for biodiversity (see https://bioagora.eu/).
PBL is responsible for providing a systematic overview of scenarios, including forecasts and projections related to the European Biodiversity Strategy and the impacts of specific policies for biodiversity. You will contribute to this systematic overview by developing and filling in an easily accessible database in which policy interventions from existing and ongoing scenario studies are related to policy targets and objectives of the European Biodiversity Strategy. The database will be developed in cooperation with various partners, such as CREAF and OPPLA. You will coordinate the filling of the database with other partners and the design of tools to access the database.
- You have a Master's degree relevant for biodiversity science, for instance biology, ecology, or environmental sciences, and you have experience in document analysis.
- You are skilled in using and designing databases in Excel and/or other suitable applications, such as R, MS Access, or SQL.
- You have proficiency in English and you are enthusiastic to work in an international team.
The above job requirements are strict. If you do not meet them, you will not be considered for this position.
Additional job requirements are as follows:
- You have strong analytical skills, and you are fast and flexible in becoming familiar with new skills.
- You have experience conducting your own work and function well as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Onboarding:
A good landing in the organisation is very important to us. In your introduction period, a direct colleague will be your first point of contact in the period in which you get acquainted with the organisation, alongside your manager. PBL has an introduction programme for new employees which focuses on the role and position of the agency, our working methods, and the work culture.
Note that you must live in the Netherlands and a basic understanding of the Dutch language will be required. If necessary, you will be offered training to acquire this.
- We look forward to your letter of application including a Curriculum Vitae that describes your motivation and qualifications.
- After the closing date, the vacancy text will no longer be visible online. We therefore recommend you download and save the vacancy text.
- Classification in the scale offered is based on knowledge and experience.
- Where it suits your activities, you can also work partly from home. However, you must live and work in the Netherlands and spend at least half of your working hours at the office.
At PBL you will be part of The Department of Global Sustainability. This department analyses the effects of biodiversity loss and climate change on society. Looking at global scale, our department carries out assessments of policies, both proposed and already in place, on how to realize internationally agreed goals and targets for climate and biodiversity, as well as the broader SDG-agenda. The department supports the international sustainability policies of various Dutch ministries. It also studies scientific, economic and governance aspects of societal developments, applying mixed methods. MD contributes to international assessments such as IPCC, IPBES and UNEP GEO.
Netherlands Environmental Assessment Agency, Ministry of Infrastructure and Water Management
PBL Netherlands Environmental Assessment Agency is the national institute for strategic policy analysis in the fields of environment, nature and spatial planning. We contribute to improving the quality of political and administrative decision-making by conducting outlook studies, analyses and evaluations in which an integrated approach is considered paramount. Policy relevance is the prime concern in all our studies. We conduct solicited and unsolicited research that is always independent and scientifically sound. PBL Netherlands Environmental Assessment Agency believes that employees perform best in an inclusive working environment. Working in diverse teams makes our work more innovative and enjoyable.
PBL The Netherlands Environmental Assessment Agency is administratively part of the Ministry of Infrastructure and Water Management.
The Ministry of Infrastructure and Water Management is committed to improving quality of life, access and mobility in a clean, safe and sustainable environment. The Ministry strives to create an efficient network of roads, railways, waterways and airways, effective water management to protect against flooding, and improved air and water quality.
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Het salaris bedraagt €3404 - €5389