Postdoc (f/m/x) in Climate/Environmental Anthropology

Coding of interview transcriptions. The transcripts are primarily in German and English, with some also in French and Italian.

As required, additional interviews will be conducted in Europe, mainly in the Alpine region, followed by transcription, coding, analysis and interpretation.

Contextualising coding results, analyses and interpretations between European and Asian regions.

Contextualising the ethnographic outcome with interdisciplinary research findings available within the project.

Supporting the team in developing a profile of vernacular architecture, therefore collaborating with other disciplines involved in the project from the fields of engineering and natural sciences.

Whilst there is flexibility to [...]

Very good language skills in English and German, favourably French and/or Italian.

Previous research in Europe/Alpine regions, as well as in-depth knowledge

o of the history and politics of Alpine regions

o in climate/environmental anthropology

o of social dynamics in settlement and housing processes

Familiarity with the anthropological literature on climate and environmental changes, with a focus on built environment.

Ability to work independently, including conducting fieldwork, data analysis and writing, plus develop original lines of inquiry.

Willingness to conduct collaborative fieldwork and writing with the PI and the research team.

Show awareness of ethical considerations in fieldwork.

Understand issues related to personal and participant security during fieldwork.

Be prepared to join an existing research project and actively contribute to its central aims and collaborative inquiries.

Be prepared to reside in Austria for the [...]