Transport Sector Researcher (Ph.D. level) – Part-time
NTU International A/S – Denmark (Remote)
NTU International is a leading consulting firm providing programme management and advisory services for development projects worldwide. With nearly three decades of experience, NTU has implemented more than 1,100 international projects across engineering, policy, economics, and social sectors. level Transport Sector Researcher to support our work under a new framework contract with DG MOVE (Directorate-General for Mobility and Transport, European Commission) on Socio-economic and technical studies in the field of Transport.
We are looking for an experienced researcher with a strong academic and analytical background in transport, mobility, or related policy fields, interested to work on studies under the Directorate-General for Mobility and Transport of the European Commission The expert will contribute to assignments supporting the development, evaluation, and implementation of EU transport and mobility policies, including thematic studies, policy evaluations, impact assessments, and consultation activities across all transport modes and policy domains.
This is a part-time, consultancy-based role, idóneo for a research-oriented professional seeking to apply academic expertise in a policy and consulting context.
Conduct research and analysis on EU transport and mobility policy areas.
Contribute to NTU’s methodological development and data analysis related to EU transport initiatives.
Collaborate with NTU’s project managers and international experts across the EU and associated countries.
Internal Market: Air services, maritime services, rail liberalisation, intermodal freight transport.
Social and Equality Issues: Passenger rights, training of seafarers, labour conditions, and sectoral attractiveness.
Digitalisation: Intelligent Transport Systems, electronic freight information, mobile licences and certificates.
Competition and Regulation: Public service obligations and competition rules in transport.
Economic and Legal Analysis: Transport economics, finance, statistics, modelling, and EU/international transport law.
Investment, connectivity, regulatory coordination, EU enlargement, and global transport cooperation.
D. in Transport Studies, Economics, Engineering, Law, Political Science, or related disciplines.
Proven research experience in EU transport and mobility policy or related areas.
Strong analytical, writing, and presentation skills.
Familiarity with EU institutions, legislation, and policy frameworks in the transport sector.
Excellent command of English (C1 or higher) ;
knowledge of French oranother EU language is an asset.
Contract Details
Type: Part-time consultancy
Location: Remote (with potential short-term missions in the EU)
Duration: Ongoing assignments under the DG MOVE framework contract
Please send your CV and a brief cover letter under the subject line “Transport Sector Researcher – DG MOVE” at