Postdoctoral Fellow, Capital Markets and Sustainable Food Systems
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Position Details
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Position Title Postdoctoral Fellow, Capital Markets and Sustainable Food Systems
Posting Number PTAP3513P
Department/Unit Resource & Environmental Studies
Location Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
Job Summary & Key Responsibilities
The School for Resource and Environmental Studies at Dalhousie University invites applications for a one-year Postdoctoral Fellowship under the supervision of Dr. Phoebe Stephens. The Fellow will contribute to Capitalizing on Transformation: A Recipe for Sustainable Food Systems (SusFoodMark) , an international project funded through the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council’s Open Research Area program.
SusFoodMark examines how capital markets help or hinder transitions toward sustainable food systems and how publicly listed food and agriculture companies can be encouraged to improve their social and environmental practices. The project brings together researchers at Dalhousie University, the University of York, ESSEC Business School, and the University of Münster, combining critical food studies, political economy, sustainability transitions, sustainable finance, and qualitative and quantitative methods.
The successful candidate will develop and lead an independent qualitative research project at the intersection of capital markets and sustainable food systems while contributing to the project’s publications, knowledge mobilization, and international coordination. The Fellow will also lead the development of at least one podcast episode in collaboration with TABLE , help organize an international conference panel, support follow-up activities arising from a CIFAR Discovery Workshop, and help keep the ORA project’s work packages and team activities on track.
Key Responsibilities
Design and conduct an independent qualitative research project within the broader SusFoodMark research agenda, using methods such as interviews, case studies, document or discourse analysis, and/or participant observation. Lead peer-reviewed publications and contribute to collaborative scholarly outputs with members of the international ORA research team. Develop public-facing articles and other accessible knowledge-mobilization outputs based on project findings. Develop the concept for at least one podcast episode and coordinate the episode with the podcast hosts at TABLE ; technical recording and editing will be outsourced. Help organize a panel bringing together experts on finance and food systems at an international academic conference. Support workshops and related follow-up activities arising from the CIFAR Discovery Workshop on capital markets and food systems. Coordinate larger ORA team meetings, communicate across the international partnership, monitor progress across work packages, and support timely delivery of project outputs. Mentor Master’s students and collaborate with other trainees and researchers involved in the project. Contribute to grant and fellowship applications and other project-development activities, as appropriate.
Qualifications/Requirements Of Position
Required qualifications
PhD completed by the appointment start date in food studies, sustainability, political economy, or a closely related field. Substantive research background in food systems, including familiarity with critical debates concerning food-system sustainability, governance, power, or political economy. Demonstrated expertise in qualitative research design, data collection, and analysis. Strong record of scholarly writing and peer-reviewed publication, including the capacity to lead manuscripts. Excellent written and verbal communication, organizational, and project-management skills. Ability to develop an independent research agenda while contributing effectively to a collaborative, interdisciplinary, and international research team. Ability to coordinate multiple activities and deadlines across partners and work packages. Ability to reside in Halifax, Nova Scotia, for the duration of the fellowship. Flexible or remote work arrangements within Halifax may be possible.
Assets
Research expertise related to capital markets, sustainable finance, financialization, shareholder activism, corporate governance, or investment in food and agriculture. Experience producing podcasts, public-facing scholarship, or other forms of knowledge mobilization.
Appointment and Work Arrangements
The appointment is not renewable. The Fellow must reside in Halifax, although flexible or remote work arrangements may be possible. Occasional travel may be associated with project conferences or workshops.
Salary Range/Pay Rate $73,000
Additional Information
Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above. For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity-deserving groups please review our Employment Equity information.
If you require any support for the purpose of accommodation, such as technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance. Dalhousie University is committed to ensuring all candidates have full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed here .
Posting Detail Information
Term of appointment 1 year, anticipated start date of September 1, 2026
Open Date 08/06/2026
Close Date 08/15/2026
Open Until Filled No
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://dal.peopleadmin.ca/postings/21889
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Postdoctoral Fellow, Capital Markets and Sustainable Food Systems
About the role
Position Details
Position Information
Position Title Postdoctoral Fellow, Capital Markets and Sustainable Food Systems
Posting Number PTAP3513P
Department/Unit Resource & Environmental Studies
Location Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
Job Summary & Key Responsibilities
The School for Resource and Environmental Studies at Dalhousie University invites applications for a one-year Postdoctoral Fellowship under the supervision of Dr. Phoebe Stephens. The Fellow will contribute to Capitalizing on Transformation: A Recipe for Sustainable Food Systems (SusFoodMark) , an international project funded through the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council’s Open Research Area program.
SusFoodMark examines how capital markets help or hinder transitions toward sustainable food systems and how publicly listed food and agriculture companies can be encouraged to improve their social and environmental practices. The project brings together researchers at Dalhousie University, the University of York, ESSEC Business School, and the University of Münster, combining critical food studies, political economy, sustainability transitions, sustainable finance, and qualitative and quantitative methods.
The successful candidate will develop and lead an independent qualitative research project at the intersection of capital markets and sustainable food systems while contributing to the project’s publications, knowledge mobilization, and international coordination. The Fellow will also lead the development of at least one podcast episode in collaboration with TABLE , help organize an international conference panel, support follow-up activities arising from a CIFAR Discovery Workshop, and help keep the ORA project’s work packages and team activities on track.
Key Responsibilities
Design and conduct an independent qualitative research project within the broader SusFoodMark research agenda, using methods such as interviews, case studies, document or discourse analysis, and/or participant observation. Lead peer-reviewed publications and contribute to collaborative scholarly outputs with members of the international ORA research team. Develop public-facing articles and other accessible knowledge-mobilization outputs based on project findings. Develop the concept for at least one podcast episode and coordinate the episode with the podcast hosts at TABLE ; technical recording and editing will be outsourced. Help organize a panel bringing together experts on finance and food systems at an international academic conference. Support workshops and related follow-up activities arising from the CIFAR Discovery Workshop on capital markets and food systems. Coordinate larger ORA team meetings, communicate across the international partnership, monitor progress across work packages, and support timely delivery of project outputs. Mentor Master’s students and collaborate with other trainees and researchers involved in the project. Contribute to grant and fellowship applications and other project-development activities, as appropriate.
Qualifications/Requirements Of Position
Required qualifications
PhD completed by the appointment start date in food studies, sustainability, political economy, or a closely related field. Substantive research background in food systems, including familiarity with critical debates concerning food-system sustainability, governance, power, or political economy. Demonstrated expertise in qualitative research design, data collection, and analysis. Strong record of scholarly writing and peer-reviewed publication, including the capacity to lead manuscripts. Excellent written and verbal communication, organizational, and project-management skills. Ability to develop an independent research agenda while contributing effectively to a collaborative, interdisciplinary, and international research team. Ability to coordinate multiple activities and deadlines across partners and work packages. Ability to reside in Halifax, Nova Scotia, for the duration of the fellowship. Flexible or remote work arrangements within Halifax may be possible.
Assets
Research expertise related to capital markets, sustainable finance, financialization, shareholder activism, corporate governance, or investment in food and agriculture. Experience producing podcasts, public-facing scholarship, or other forms of knowledge mobilization.
Appointment and Work Arrangements
The appointment is not renewable. The Fellow must reside in Halifax, although flexible or remote work arrangements may be possible. Occasional travel may be associated with project conferences or workshops.
Salary Range/Pay Rate $73,000
Additional Information
Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above. For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity-deserving groups please review our Employment Equity information.
If you require any support for the purpose of accommodation, such as technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance. Dalhousie University is committed to ensuring all candidates have full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed here .
Posting Detail Information
Term of appointment 1 year, anticipated start date of September 1, 2026
Open Date 08/06/2026
Close Date 08/15/2026
Open Until Filled No
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://dal.peopleadmin.ca/postings/21889