Assistant Professor Spatial and Land Economics

The department of Urban and Regional Planning and Geo-information Management, Faculty of Geoinformation Science and Earth Observation, University of Twente, The Netherlands, is seeking to appoint an Assistant Professor in Spatial and Land Economics for a period of two years, with the possibility for prolongation.

The successful candidate should:
• possess a PhD in spatial economics, land economy/valuation, urban economics, development economics or have a combination of degrees covering (parts of) these.
• have experience in collaborative interdisciplinary research including with geo-spatial methodologies
• have authored scientific publications covering (some of) the above.
• have broad basic knowledge of the thematic fields of the department and the faculty.
• have an aptitude for teaching, including lecturing and tutoring at an academic level.
• have a track record in attracting funds to support your research.
• have an affinity with a multi-cultural, post-graduate education environment.
• be willing to undertake international travel for work in less developed countries.
• have an excellent command of English - knowledge of or willingness to learn Dutch is an advantage

Information and application Additional information about this position can be obtained from Prof. Dr. Richard Sliuzas (e-mail: r.sliuzas@utwente.nl). Information about the faculty can be found here 

Please submit your application before 8 January 2021 via the link below. Your application must include (i) a motivation letter outlining your research and teaching interests and (ii) a CV with references. Full details of the position may be found here: https://www.utwente.nl/en/organisation/careers/!/2020-116/assistant-professor-spatial-and-land-economics