Banco de Portugal is hiring one researcher holding a PhD in Economics or a related field, to work in Lisbon. We will consider applications from junior, intermediate and senior candidates.
Banco de Portugal is the central bank of Portugal and a member of the Eurosystem. The Economics and Research Department combines economic research with the policy tasks related to its mission as a member of the Eurosystem, and to the analysis of the Portuguese economy and the euro area. The Department has a group of research economists whose principal task is to improve knowledge in topics relevant for a central bank.
Required profile
- Doctoral degree in Economics or a related field (applications from candidates who expect to complete their degree by the Summer of 2024 are acceptable but admission will be conditional on the successful completion of the degree);
- Solid knowledge of macroeconomics, monetary economics, monetary policy, or related fields;
- Potential to publish articles in high quality international academic journals;
- Motivation to deepen technical knowledge and innovate in the candidate's area of specialisation;
- Ability to work in teams and to adapt to different environments;
- Written and spoken proficiency in English.
Application
Applicants should submit a CV, three letters of recommendation, a research paper, and a brief letter stating their professional interests and motivation for the application. We will receive applications until 26 November 2023 through the EconJobMarket website (https://www.econjobmarket.org). Informal inquiries about the position should be sent to António Antunes, at aantunes@bportugal.pt. Interviews will start in early December 2023.