Category: Sustainable Cities

  • Researcher

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    The role of Researcher at MAIA involves synthesizing knowledge from various organizations and sectors to support the organization’s vision and mission. The researcher also plays a crucial role in refining evaluation practices to facilitate organizational learning. Working three days a week on a fixed-term contract of six months, the Researcher position offers a salary of…

  • Urban Nature Intern

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    C40 is a network of nearly 100 mayors from leading cities worldwide, dedicated to addressing the climate crisis and fostering thriving communities. Their approach is science-based and people-focused, aiming to limit global heating to 1.5°C. The organization operates globally with over 400 staff members across various locations. C40’s Climate Solutions and Networks (CSN) team oversees…

  • Doctoral candidate on feminist perspectives on housing, gender, and everyday life (ENG & ESP)

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    A doctoral candidate position in Social Geography and Urban Studies at the University of Zurich is open for applications, focusing on the project “The Home-Debt Nexus: Feminist perspectives on housing, gender, and everyday life.” This project investigates women’s challenges at the intersection of housing, indebtedness, and homemaking, exploring their responses and the geographical/material conditions involved.…

  • Pädagogische Beratung

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    querstadtein e.V. sucht eine pädagogische Fachkraft für Beratungstätigkeiten im aktuellen Projekt “Klima.Migration.Dialog”. Die Aufgaben umfassen die Entwicklung zielgruppenspezifischer Stadtführungen, Unterstützung bei der App-Entwicklung und Coaching von Stadtführenden im Umgang mit Jugendlichen. Gesucht wird jemand mit pädagogischem Abschluss und Erfahrung in der Arbeit mit Jugendlichen sowie Interesse an Themen wie Migration und Klimawandel. Die Tätigkeit erfolgt…

  • Ph.D. Position/Assistantship in Urban Studies

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    The University of Basel is looking for candidates passionate about Urban Studies in Basel, where interdisciplinary approaches in architecture, geography, anthropology, social and political theory, and history converge to address global Southern and postcolonial questions. With a focus on Africa, Europe, and the Middle East, research extends beyond academia, engaging with public discourse and collaboration.…

  • Analytical Internship

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    Do you have a flair for data processing and can deduce trends and work with concepts within urban design and citizen involvement? Are you studying sociology, ethnology, anthropology, urban planning or similar? As an intern, you will become part of the daily work at a dynamic architectural office with many diverse tasks. You will work…

  • Energy Learning Network Programme Lead

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    Ashden seeks an Energy Learning Network Programme Lead for Ashden Climate Solutions. This contract position, until March 2028, offers part-time employment (0.6-0.8 FTE, 3/4 days per week) with flexibility, based in London with hybrid work options. The salary is £55,939 (GBP) pro-rata for this senior role. The closing date for applications is 12:00pm on April…

  • Community Researcher – Making London Safer for Women, Girls and Gender Diverse People

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    We Made That is hiring Community Researchers to join the team for a new and exciting project commissioned by Transport for London and the Mayor of London Office for Policing and Crime (MOPAC). They’re looking for women and gender diverse people to help us conduct research, test new engagement methods, and share insights about experiences of safety…

  • Trainee for culture

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    Eurocities is a prominent network encompassing over 200 major European cities, focusing on various thematic areas reflecting urban priorities. It operates with a dynamic and international team culture, emphasizing trust, collaboration, and work-life balance. Eurocities seeks a trainee for a one-year term, primarily addressing topics related to culture and cultural heritage, with responsibilities including policy…

  • Urban Research Assistant (0-3 years)

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    We Made That is currently seeking an Urban Research Assistant with 0-3 years of experience, who is intrigued by places and how intelligent evidence influences their development. They are looking for a candidate with knowledge and a keen interest in cities and spaces, as well as the processes that shape them. The ideal candidate will…

  • Urban Researcher (3-5 years)

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    We Made That is currently searching for an enthusiastic urban researcher intrigued by cities, their communities, and economies, and interested in exploring the forces that shape them. They are seeking a candidate with knowledge and a keen interest in urban spaces and the processes influencing their development. The ideal candidate will have experience conducting both…

  • Community Mapping Project Assistants

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    The project aims to address climate change as a social justice issue by tackling inequalities within society. It focuses on building a Public Map Platform (PMP) to help Local Authorities and communities make informed decisions and take local action on climate change. Based on the Isle of Anglesey/Ynys Môn in North Wales, the project offers…

  • PhD “The Responsible City”

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    The research team is currently seeking a doctoral candidate to make valuable contributions to their Swiss National Science Foundation (SNSF) funded initiative, titled “The Responsible City: Swiss Responses to Housing in Socio-ecological Crises.” The selected candidate will be stationed at the Social Geography and Urban Studies research group. This collaborative project spans 48 months and…

  • PhD: The Role of Social Innovations in Enabling Nature-Based Solutions in Cities

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    The Faculty of Geosciences at Utrecht University is seeking a PhD candidate to explore the role of social innovation in enabling nature-based solutions (NBS) in the Mediterranean region. This research aims to contribute to just and sustainable cities by investigating how social innovation initiatives and networks facilitate the implementation and mainstreaming of NBS. The candidate…

  • PhD on ‘Planning HER City’

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    The Institute is seeking a PhD candidate to lead a project focused on implementing gender-sensitive urban planning practices in the Netherlands. The research aims to understand how gender differences manifest in Dutch urban planning and its impact, exploring planning techniques to enhance the participation of young women and spatial interventions to reclaim their right to…

  • 12 Doctoral Candidates “Climate-neutral cities through citizen engagement”

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    10+2 Doctoral Candidates will be overall employed to conduct research on how to advance towards achieving climate-neutral cities on different dimensions through citizen engagement and decision-making support. There is a great team of academics and experts involved in supervision and training, and the consortium is now inviting applications for 10+2 doctoral candidates (Researchers) for these…