NHH in Bergen, Norway, invites applicants for a three-year postdoctoral position in Labour Economics at the Department of Economics.
The position is part of the Centre of Excellence, FAIR, and is funded by the Norwegian Research Council through Grant Number 334912. The project focuses on power and institutions in labour markets and encompasses core policy issues related to agglomeration economics, monopsony power, unions, collective bargaining, and discrimination. In addition to this, the group has large research projects related to human capital development and education economics. The new hire will work on these topics together with the team, but will also be encouraged to develop an individual research agenda in collaboration with the members of the research group. The position will involve moderate administrative duties.
The Department of Economics has more than 50 faculty members and is built around a number of internationally renowned research groups in a wide range of fields, providing high quality research and teaching in economics. Besides labour economics, the key research areas at the department are applied microeconomics, behavioural economics, development economics, industrial organisation, macroeconomics, environmental and resource economics, and international trade. The department has an international faculty and is committed to offer an inclusive and supportive work environment with a key focus on carrier opportunities for young faculty.
We are looking for an excellent economist with expected completion of PhD no later than date of commencement.
The position is based in Bergen, but research travel will be encouraged and there are also opportunities for research stays at collaborating institutions.
NHH offers
- Competitive terms depending on level of competence/length of service
- Academically stimulating working environment
- Membership in the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund
- Good pension and welfare benefits (e.g. parental leave)
General information
The appointee must comply with the guidelines that apply to the position at any time.
The state labour force shall reflect the diversity of Norwegian society to the greatest extent possible. People with immigrant backgrounds and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply for the position.
In the assessment of applicants, international experience and qualifications will be emphasised. In the event of equivalent qualifications, female applicants will be given preference.
Applicants are requested to present a research plan with their application. The application should contain details of the applicant's scientific and pedagogical education and work experience. The application and enclosed documentation, including a CV, a maximum of 5 published or unpublished research papers and a complete list of the papers, should be uploaded in this portal.
In accordance with §25 (2) of the Freedom of Information Act, information about the applicant may be made public even if the applicant has requested not to have his/her name entered on the list of applicants. The applicant will be notified if his/her request is not respected.
Enquiries may be directed to:
- Professor Alexander Willén, email: alexander.willen@nhh.no / phone +47 41238490
- Administrative coordinator Mette V. Soltvedt, email: mette.soltvedt@nhh.no / phone: +47 55959289
About NHH
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