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Francesco Sapino
@francescosapino
Engineer-economist with 7+ years modeling water, climate, and economic systems to support high-stakes policy and sustainability decisions.
SpainWhat I'm looking for
Versatile analyst and modeler with a unique combination of engineering foundations and economic expertise, specialized in data-driven decision support systems for water resource management, climate adaptation, and sustainability policy. Proven track record in developing quantitative models that integrate environmental, economic, and social dimensions to inform high-stakes policy decisions. Extensive experience in international multi-disciplinary projects (ERC, Horizon Europe, H2020), leading work packages, coordinating stakeholder engagement across 4 countries, and translating complex technical findings into actionable recommendations for policymakers and private sector stakeholders. Expert user of advanced programming, with a strong leadership background. Author of 10+ peer reviewed journal articles in top journlas
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Current
Conducting postdoctoral research in agricultural economics and modeling at IMDEA Agua.
Visiting Research Fellow
Nov 2025 - Nov 2025 (0 months)
Worked as Visiting Research Fellow at Helmholtz Centre for Environmental Research (UFZ).
Worked as Research Fellow at Universidad de Salamanca.
Visiting Researcher
Sep 2022 - Oct 2022 (1 month)
Worked as Visiting Researcher at CMCC Foundation - Centro Euro Mediterraneo sui Cambiamenti Climatici.
Worked as Visiting Researcher at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (VU Amsterdam).
Worked as Visiting Researcher at Universitat Politècnica de València (UPV).
Worked as Thesis Worker at Universidad de Salamanca.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
US
Universidad de Salamanca
PhD Economics, Water economics and modeling under deep uncertainty
2019 - 2023
Grade: cum laude
Activities and societies: Modeling
Graduated with honors and international mention, 5 published journal articles in top journal when finishing the PhD
UT
Università degli Studi di Torino
Master of Science - MS, Environmental economics
2016 - 2018
PT
Politecnico di Torino
Bachelor of engineering, Energy engineering
2011 - 2016
Grade: 106
Activities and societies: .
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Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Open to opportunities
Location
SpainAuthorized to work in
Salary expectations
40k-100k EUR
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