The Department of Public Finance at the University of Innsbruck is seeking to fill a position as a
Postdoctoral Research Fellow (6 years)
in Applied Microeconomics.
The appointments will be for a period of 6 years (40 hours/week), starting September 01, 2026 or by agreement. The successful candidate will join the Faculty of Economics and Statistics at the University of Innsbruck. For more information about the faculty please visit our website at https://www.uibk.ac.at/en/econstat/.
The main tasks of the successful candidate are to conduct independent research in the field of Applied Microeconomics as well as limited teaching obligations and administrative support.
We offer:
- A vibrant and dynamic research environment with a strong focus on Applied Microeconomics
- A close integration into the Faculty of Economics and Statistics and the Research Area "Economy, Politics and Society", an international hub for theory-based empirical and experimental research
- Various opportunities to interact with other researchers, participation in research seminars and international conferences, opportunities for international exchange and collaboration, access to research funding
- State-of-the-art research facilities for experimental research at Innsbruck EconLab
Your qualifications include:
- Ph.D. in Economics or a related field (completed by the start date)
- Research achievements in the field of Applied Microeconomics, preferably with a focus on Public Economics and Political Economy
- Proficiency with state-of-the-art methods in microeconomics and empirical / experimental economics
- Proficiency in English (German language skills are not required)
- Strong interpersonal, teamwork, and communication skills
The starting salary before taxes for this position amounts to € 5.014 per month (paid 14 times per year). Furthermore, the University of Innsbruck offers numerous employee benefits (https://www.uibk.ac.at/en/career/additional-benefits/).
We are looking forward to receiving your online application by May 15, 2026. Should you have any questions, please contact Prof. Dr. Florian Morath at florian.morath@uibk.ac.at.
Please apply at: https://lfuonline.uibk.ac.at/public/karriereportal.details?asg_id_in=15718
Your application should include: a cover letter, your CV, a research agenda for the next few years (max. two pages), one representative publication or working paper, contact information for two references.
The University of Innsbruck emphasizes equal opportunities and diversity in its personnel policy.
The University of Innsbruck strives to increase the percentage of women employed and thus expressly encourages qualified women to apply. In case of underrepresentation, women with equivalent qualifications will be given priority.
Following Austrian disability legislation, qualified persons are strongly encouraged to apply.