Researcher Economics of EU Common Agricultural Policy

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• JOB - Netherlands - Wageningen University and Research Centre via AcademicTransfer - Posted on: 2 September 2026 Researcher Economics of EU Common Agricultural Policy

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2 Sep 2026

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Are you an experienced economist who wants to help shape future reforms of the EU Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) and support decision-making within the European Commission and Dutch government? As senior researcher quantitative agricultural economics (EU Common Agricultural Policy, CAP) you will lead high-impact analytical research that supports evidence-based policymaking at both Dutch and European levels.

Using advanced economic modelling and quantitative analysis, you will assess agricultural policy options related to CAP reform, climate and biodiversity targets, farm income support, food security, and agricultural competitiveness. Your analysis will generate insights that contribute to resilient food systems, improved nutrition, more secure farm incomes, and the long-term sustainability of European agriculture.

You will join the International Policy team of Wageningen Social & Economic Research (WSER), part of Wageningen University & Research, one of Europe's leading institutes for applied socioeconomic research in agriculture and food systems. In this role, you will acquire and lead research projects, collaborate with multidisciplinary experts, and engage directly with senior stakeholders in the European Commission and Dutch ministries.

You are a recognised expert in agricultural economics who can translate complex policy challenges into rig...