12810 - Food Security and Health Adaptation Experts

OverviewFood Security and Health Adaptation Experts — CMCC Position cod. 12810. Deadline: January 25, 2026.We are seeking three highly motivated and talented experts in food security and health adaptation to join the interdisciplinary team of the CMCC Foundation – Centro Euro-Mediterraneo sui Cambiamenti Climatici, based in Venice, Italy. The successful candidates will conduct research, analyse policy frameworks, and support decision-making processes at local, national, and EU levels. They will contribute to advancing knowledge on climate change impacts and adaptation, with a particular focus on food security, health, and related policy strategies. They will also play an active role in CMCC’s broader work on environmental economics, climate adaptation, and climate governance—developing research, evaluating policy options, and engaging with stakeholders.These positions offer the opportunity to work in a dynamic, multidisciplinary environment and to generate insights with tangible impact on policy and society in Europe and beyond.About CMCCCMCC Foundation is a cross-cutting scientific research center on climate change and its interactions with the environment, society, business, and policymakers. Our work aims to stimulate sustainable growth, protect the environment, and develop strategies for the adaptation and mitigation of climate change. CMCC conducts cutting-edge science, trains the next generation of scientists, and strives to be a beacon for climate modelling. CMCC supports data-driven science and provides data, information, and research results to inform public debate and decision-making. We invest in training and strive to create a workplace where everyone can excel. CMCC values diversity and fosters an inclusive environment where all voices are heard and respected.Over the last decade, CMCC has grown significantly and is embarking on a new chapter to enhance its global position in climate change research.RoleThe successful candidates will work within the European Institute on Economics and the Environment (EIEE), one of the three CMCC Institutes. EIEE intersects environment and economics, evaluating sustainable and socially inclusive strategies to combat climate change and other major environmental challenges. EIEE is committed to improving environmental, energy, and natural resource decisions through impartial socio-economic research and policy engagement.ResponsibilitiesDevelop research on the effects of climate change on food and nutritional security in Europe using a data-driven approachAssist in the development and leveraging of research findings and stakeholder input to inform evidence-based decision-making on climate change adaptation on healthPrepare reports, briefings, and presentations to communicate research findings and policy analyses to policymakers, practitioners, and other stakeholdersRequirementsPhD in Applied Economics, International Development, or related social science subjects (including human health, development, environmental policy, or equivalent)For the food security expert: Minimum of 25 years of professional experience on climate change and food securityFor the food security expert: Publication of relevant food security related indicatorsFor the climate adaptation/health experts: Minimum of 3 years of work experience on health systems and policiesVery good knowledge of the English languageAccuracy and strong analytical skillsDuration, Compensation & BenefitsPositions based in Venice CMCC OfficeAppointment period varies from 2 to 12 monthsContract and gross annual salary based on qualifications and experience; competitive with major European research centersFlexible working time per internal policiesSupport during the immigration process, if neededTax benefits for relocating to Italy under eligible schemes (e.g., Rientro dei Cervelli) for up to five yearsCollaborative environment: Work with global experts in climate, energy, and economic modelingProtected Category & Equal OpportunityBelonging to legally protected categories (ex L. 68/99) is a preferential condition. Some fiscal benefits may apply for repatriated workers or foreign researchers/professors, as defined by applicable laws. CMCC is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, familial status, and other legally protected characteristics. Please omit from your CV any data that could be discriminatory.This job announcement is an invitation to express interest in the CMCC Position. By submitting an application, candidates confirm that they have read, understood, and accepted the CMCC Personnel Recruitment Rules, available on the Fondazione Trasparente webpage, as well as the Privacy Notice regarding the processing of personal data, accessible at the provided links. We will keep your information on file for up to 1 year.#J-18808-Ljbffr