PI PhD in Food waste modelling at DeustoTech at the University of Deusto
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Universidad de Deusto - Investigación
Job description
The work will be developed within the framework of the European project PRECIOUS (Horizon Europe) which is focused on analysing the sustainability of food waste prevention actions with a life cycle perspective.
Food loss and waste (FLW) is a significant issue that is deeply ingrained in cultural practices. This problem has been exacerbated by societal norms that promote excessive consumption and disposal largely due to the widespread belief that food is affordable. Historically the availability and abundance of food resources have contributed to a wasteful culture where items are discarded without consideration of their intrinsic value or the broader consequences of waste.
Additionally the most common approach to addressing FLW has been microeconomic focusing on individual actions and small-scale interventions within local ecosystems. While these local initiatives may yield positive results and stem from good intentions they often lack a systemic perspective necessary to effect meaningful change on a global scale. Solutions developed solely within specific local contexts may not adequately address the comprehensive challenges associated with FLW.
The PRECIOUS project aims to shift the conversation surrounding FLW by adopting a holistic and multidimensional approach. This will involve applying multidisciplinary insights pursuing methodological research developments and engaging stakeholders at multiple levels.
As part of the PRECIOUS project the candidate will be responsible for the development of a model that integrates system dynamics and Life Cycle Analysis (LCA) to model the environmental social and economic impact of food waste prevention actions over time. This analysis will focus primarily on analyzing the rebound effect generated by these actions integrating the results of LCA models and economic models that evaluate this effect.
Title of the project to be incorporated
- PRECIOUS: ADDRESSING THE ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS OF FOOD LOSS AND WASTE PREVENTION AND ITS REBOUND EFFECTS (GA )
PI and/or project manager
- Deitze Otaduy
- Ainhoa Alonso
Endowment of the contract
28.61265 /year 3 years
Funding Entity
- PRECIOUS (GA )
Convocatoria -
Entidad financiadora: Comisión Europea
Requirements
- Hold a degree and master in Environmental Engineering Chemical Engineering Agronomy Engineering Applied Mathematics or similar.
- Knowledge in one or more of the following research areas: scientific programming (R Python Matlab System dynamics) and Life Cycle Assessment
- Excellent knowledge of English (oral/written) is compulsory for the job profile and tasks development.
- Knowledge in economics or social disciplines will be valuable
Application
The University of Deusto carries out this call within the framework of allocated to research projects or groups to pursue Doctoral Studies.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS PLEASE READ CAREFULLY
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
In order to apply to this job offer all applicants must complete the following 2 steps
1. Fill out the Apply/ Inscríbete section of this offer.
2. Complete the following online application form.
- 2.1 Enrollment or letter of admissions at a University of Deusto PhD programme or the admissions letter for the 2025/2026 academic year.
- 2.2 Official academic transcript of previous official university studies (1st and 2nd cycle) even if they are currently being taken issued by the corresponding unit. The academic certificate must state the name of the degree programme the subjects that make up the course syllabus the subjects passed the grades obtained and the dates on which they were obtained. The transcript should show the average mark from 0 to 10. If the studies have been completed abroad an official academic certificate must be submitted as well as a sworn translation thereof provided that it is not in one of the two 2/co-official languages of the Basque Autonomous Community or in all cases the certificate or other supporting document must state the maximum and minimum grades within the corresponding assessment system and the minimum grade required to addition the Statement of equivalence of average grade of the Spanish Ministry of Education Culture and Sport (MECD) or ANECAs official certificate indicating the average grade of the academic transcript within the Spanish evaluation system must be submitted.
2.3 Curriculum Vitae.
Deadline: 31/12/2025 at 23:59 local time.
Key Skills
- Risk Management
- Conflict Resolution
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- Justices
- Legislative Process
- Emergency
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- safety compliance
- Professional Development
- Access Control
- Personnel Management
- Safety Management
- Risk Assessments
- General Public
- Social Events
About Company
DeustoTech – Deusto Institute of Technology (http://deustotech.deusto.es/) is the technological research institute of the University of Deusto, located on the Bilbao campus, whose mission is to promote research, training and knowledge transfer at the service of society and industry. D ... View more
