The EUI has an open vacancy for a

Research Assistant in the

Florence School of Transnational Governance

Florence, 27 October 2026

Reference: V/RA/STG/9/2026

Who we are

The European University Institute (EUI) at a glance:

  • an international organisation set up in 1972;
  • a research university focusing exclusively on postgraduate, doctoral and post-doctoral studies, and advanced research;
  • located in the hills overlooking the city of Florence, Italy.

The Institute also hosts the Historical Archives of the European Union.

The Florence School of Transnational Governance (STG), founded in 2017 at the European University Institute, is a global hub for teaching, training, and research in governance beyond national borders. In the cradle of the Renaissance, we provide a dynamic platform where leaders from policymaking, business, civil society, media, and academia connect. We welcome independent minds, thinkers, and doers, offering world-class expertise from leading scholars and policymakers. Committed to innovation and inclusivity, we equip future and current leaders with the tools to tackle today's most pressing global challenges. We believe public policy should bring out the best in people.

Employment details

Contract type

Part-time (16/30, 21 hours/week)

Length of contract

12 months, start date as soon as possible

This contract may be further renewed (several times and conditional to the availability of funds), leading to an extension of the period of service up to a total of 5 years, including the first contract period.

Salary indication and grade

Grade: Astac1b step 1

The basic net monthly salary after taxes is approximately 1,560 Euro, plus allowances if applicable.

More information about conditions of employment is available here.

Place of work

To be agreed with Project Director (salary simulation based on place of work Florence, Italy)

About the project

Project Director

Prof. Jos Delbeke

Project details

The EUI Carbon Markets Hub was launched in 2023, leveraging expertise in the EU and UK ETS, CBAM, carbon credit markets, and approaches within Article 6 of the Paris Agreement, as well as lessons from the CDM under the Kyoto Protocol and CORSIA. Its priorities include developing carbon pricing as a central component of climate policies at all levels - national, regional, and global - exploring potential interoperability and examining the emerging role of CDR credits.

Job description

The Research Assistant will provide support to the Project Director and the team. Main tasks include:

  • Conducting research on carbon pricing, carbon credit markets and developments under Article 6 of the Paris Agreement;
  • Producing policy relevant publications e.g. Policy Briefs;
  • Contributing to the organisation of high-level policy dialogues;
  • Contributing to the design and delivery of teaching and training.

Qualifications and experience

Qualifications and Experience

Essential:

  • Master of Arts in Economics, Political Sciences or a related field;
  • Demonstrable knowledge of carbon pricing, carbon markets, Article 6 of the Paris Agreement, multi-stakeholder initiatives on credit integrity.

Desirable:

  • Proven experience in contributing to policy relevant publications;
  • Proven experience in contributing to policy events.

Languages

Excellent knowledge of English, both spoken and written (CEFR level: C1 or above). Knowledge of other languages constitutes an advantage.

How to apply

Deadline

The closing date for applications is 18 November 2026 at midnight (Florence time)

Contact details

For more information contact Barry O'Connell (barry.oconnell@eui.eu)

Data Protection

The purpose of processing the data submitted by candidates is to manage their application in view of a possible pre-selection and recruitment by the EUI. The information candidates provide in their application form is collected for the purpose of the selection procedure. The EUI will ensure that candidates' personal data are processed as required by its Data Protection Policy (President's Decision No. 10/2019 of 18 February 2019 regarding Data Protection at the EUI).

Equal opportunities

The European University Institute applies a policy of equal opportunities, which, in accordance with Article 1d of its Staff Regulations, prohibits discrimination on any grounds such as sex, race, colour, ethnic or social origin, genetic features, language, religion or belief, political or any other opinion, membership of a national minority, property, birth, disability, age or sexual orientation.

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