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PhD Opportunity: EO Applications to Financial Risk Analysis for Carbon Credit Markets

Position
PhD Opportunity: EO Applications to Financial Risk Analysis for Carbon Credit Markets

Employer

University of Strathclyde


Location
United Kingdom of Great Britain – England, Scotland, Wales

Sector
Academic

Relevant divisions
Earth and Space Science Informatics (ESSI)
Energy, Resources and the Environment (ERE)
Natural Hazards (NH)

Type
Other

Level
Student / Graduate / Internship

Salary
Open

Preferred education
Master

Application deadline
20 December 2024

Posted
5 December 2024

Job description

We are inviting applications for a PhD position at the University of Strathclyde (Glasgow, UK) focused on Earth Observation (EO) applications to financial risk analysis within carbon credit markets. This research will leverage advanced EO data and machine learning to enhance financial decision-making strategies and support sustainable investment practices. The research position is across the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering and the Department of Finance and Accounting at the Business School.

Project Highlights:
- Develop predictive models and frameworks using EO data.
- Analyze financial risks related to carbon credit markets.

Candidate Profile:
- Interest in EO data, climate change mitigation, and financial risk analysis.
- Background in Earth Observation, Geospatial Technologies or related fields preferred.

This is a unique opportunity to engage in cutting-edge research that intersects geospatial analysis with financial risk management. Join us in shaping sustainable and resilient financial strategies.


How to apply

If interested please get in touch with us with your CV —> annalisa.riccardi@strath.ac.uk and james.bowden@strath.ac.uk