The Institute of Economics and Econometrics at the University of Geneva (Switzerland) invites applications for a postdoctoral position in environmental economics, starting as early as Fall 2026. The appointment is for up to two years.
The position is part of a research project examining the effects of supply-chain policies aimed at reducing deforestation, with a particular focus on how international trade and national policies affect land-use change, as well as an emphasis on causal inference using remote sensing data.
We welcome applicants with research interests in environmental economics and a strong background in one or more of the following areas:
- trade models, particularly quantitative spatial and trade models;
- dynamic discrete choice models, particularly land-use decision models;
- econometrics, particularly machine learning methods applied to remote sensing data.
The ideal candidate will also have experience working with large georeferenced datasets, proficiency in R (or eventually Python), and familiarity with the Brazilian context and/or Portuguese language skills. The position offers a highly competitive salary, as well as support for travel and research expenses. Candidates must have completed their Ph.D. by the official start date.
The Institute of Economics and Econometrics (IEE) is part of the Geneva School of Economics and Management at the University of Geneva. For more information, visit the IEE website, https://www.unige.ch/gsem/en/research/institutes/iee/..
Application procedure
Applicants should submit a cover letter, a detailed CV including a list of publications (if available) and ongoing research projects, their job market paper, and the names of at least two (ideally three) references through EconJobMarket.org. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis starting June 12, 2026, and will remain open until the position is filled.
For inquiries, please contact:
Matthieu Stigler
matthieu.stigler@unige.ch
- Cover letter
- Curriculum vitae
- Job market paper
- Video presentation of job market paper (optional)
- Additional paper (optional)
- Other material (in one file) (optional)
- Additional paper (optional)
- Letters of reference: 2