Based on a modern campus in Brig, UniDistance Suisse is a university institute accredited under the HEdA, which for over 30 years has been offering Bachelor's, Master's and continuing education programmes in the fields of law, psychology, economics, history, mathematics and computer science. These programmes can be attended in parallel with family life, professional or sporting career, in a flexible distance learning model.
UniDistance Suisse is dedicated to the highest quality standards in teaching and research. With almost 2,600 students, UniDistance Suisse is the leader in distance education in Switzerland. The institute employs more than 500 staff from all over Switzerland and abroad, nearly 450 of whom are involved in teaching and research.
To strengthen and further develop its research cluster in economic data science, the Faculty of Economics at UniDistance Suisse is looking for a
Postdoc in Microeconometrics
Place of work: Brig/Switzerland
Start of work: 01.08.2026 (or by appointment)
This is a unique opportunity to conduct independent research, to work with experienced researchers, and to organizing research seminars and workshops in the field of applied econometrics. We are looking for candidates with a PhD in Econometrics or a related field who are enthusiastic about the possibilities of online education and working in a modern and digital environment. If you're passionate about research and motivated to make an impact, we encourage you to apply.
Your tasks
- Conduct independent and collaborative research focused on causal inference, data science, and machine learning
- Develop your academic profile and publication record
- Collaborate with other researchers at UniDistance Suisse and other and international institutions in research projects, publications, and grant applications
- Assist in online teaching or develop your own teaching activities
- Contribute to the organization of research seminars, workshops, and related academic events
Your profile
- PhD in Economics, Econometrics, or a related field (completed or near completion)
- Interest or background in areas such as causal inference, causal machine learning, partial identification, or the use of large administrative data
- Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with solid training in econometric methods
- Experience with statistical programming languages such as R, Python, or Stata
- Ability to work independently and as part of a research team
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
We offer
- Freedom to pursue your own research interests and develop your personal academic career
- Exciting challenges in a fast-growing academic institution
- Active participation in the further development of UniDistance Suisse
- Modern and flexible working environment in which we support your professional development
- Attractive employment conditions
Interested? Please send us your application containing cover letter, job market paper, and CV, as well as the names and contact details of two personal references. We will review applications on a rolling basis and start holding online interviews in December. The ad remains open until the position is filled or the latest until March 1, 2026.
For further information please contact Anthony Strittmatter: anthony.strittmatter@unidistance.ch