The Faculty of Economics and Statistics at the University of Innsbruck seeks a dedicated and talented Postdoc to join our team. The contract lasts three years, starting on October 1st, 2024 or after mutual agreement.
This full-time position offers an opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research in the field of applied microeconometrics, with a particular focus on migration and labor economics.
The successful candidate's main responsibilities are contributing to high-impact research publications, collaborating on ongoing research projects, and pursuing high-quality, independent research. Postdocs participate in research-led teaching and assist with the department’s educational activities and self-governance.
We offer a vibrant academic environment, the possibility to work with high-quality register data and access to research funding.
Required Qualifications:
- A completed Doctorate or PhD in Economics or Social Sciences.
- Strong knowledge of econometric methods and experience in empirical research, particularly with survey and administrative data.
- Experience with big data techniques (machine learning, web scraping, unstructured data) is desirable.
- Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
- Proficiency in English (German language skills are not required).
Please feel free to contact Prof. Andreas Steinmayr (andreas.steinmayr@uibk.ac.at) if you have any questions.
The official job posting, including the link to the application site, can be found here:
https://lfuonline.uibk.ac.at/public/karriereportal.details?asg_id_in=14316
We are looking forward to receiving your online application by 16.07.2024.
The University of Innsbruck is committed to raising the quota of female employees and explicitly welcomes applications from qualified women. In the case of female underrepresentation, women with equal qualifications will be given priority.
Following Austrian disability legislation, qualified persons are strongly encouraged to apply.