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Postdoc researcher on economic modelling for circular economy strategies

Department: Economics, jointly with Tilburg Sustainability Center
Location: Tilburg
Contract size: 0,8 – 1,0 FTE (32 - 40 hours per week)
Job profile: Researcher 3
Full-time gross monthly salary: €4.537 – €6.209
Contract duration: 48 months/4 years
Desired starting date: between May 1 and September 2025 and upon mutual agreement
Closing date vacancy: February 1, 2025

Your position
The Department of Economics, jointly with Tilburg Sustainability Center, has a vacancy for a 48 months Postdoctoral Researcher in Economics.

We are looking for an environmental economist with strong analytical and quantitative skills, programming experience in either R or python, and motivated to combine rigorous research with social impact. The researcher will develop and analyze economic models for the transition towards a circular economy. It integrates concepts such as circular life cycle assessments, material flow analyses, product as a service, into economic macro general equilibrium models, analyzing distributional effects on income, employment, and resource use across global value chains. We expect publications in top field journals, both in economics and interdisciplinary.

The position is rooted in the NWO funded ACT! project (Accelerating the Circular Transition). It aims at overcoming societal and scientific challenges for the transformation towards a circular society to tackle the existing sustainability challenges. The project develops a toolbox to study this systemic change – providing insights on policies that accelerate the transition towards a circular society.

The new researcher will be supervised by prof. Reyer Gerlagh and is hosted at the Economics department, which offers a large environmental economists group, including Prof. Sjak Smulders, Prof. Daan van Soest, Prof. Herman Vollebergh, and many junior researchers including Dr Julie Metta and Dr Etienne Lorang. The project will also include cooperations with other consortium members, in particular Leiden University, Utrecht University, and the Dutch Environmental Agency, PBL.

The job can include a teaching task and/or thesis supervision, which will be consistent with the role of Postdoc. Preferences for teaching are discussed at the interview and can be part of a balanced job offer.

Your profile
Tilburg University believes that academic excellence is achieved through the combination of outstanding research and education, in which social impact is made by sharing knowledge. We recognize that excellence is achieved through team effort and individual skills.

More specifically, we are looking for a candidate who has:

• Completed PhD in Economics, preferably environmental economics
• Experience with macro-economic models
• Shown interest in the topic of circular economy, SDGs.
• Ambition to make a difference through excellent research
• Ambition to reach out to other university and private sector partners
• Demonstrated quantitative and/or analytical skills (courses and papers)
• Experience with R and/or python
• Ability to independently carry out research, and co-work in a team
• Excellent communication skills in English, orally and in writing

Our offer
Tilburg University offers excellent benefits in a pleasant working environment:

• A position based on 0,8 – 1,0 FTE (32 - 40 hours per week).
• A salary of minimum €4.537 and maximum €6.209 gross per month for full-time employment, based on UFO profile Researcher 3 and salary scale 11. Tilburg University uses a neutral remuneration system based on relevant work experience.
• This is a vacancy for a temporary position in accordance with Article 2.3 paragraph 5 sub b CLA DU. You will be given a temporary contract for the duration of 48 months.
• Vacation pay of 8% and a year-end bonus of 8.3%.
• Over 8 weeks of vacation leave.
• The opportunity to work partly on campus and partly from home with a home office allowance of €2 per day.
• Reimbursement for sustainable commuting: walking, cycling, and public transport.
• A monthly internet allowance of €25.
• An options model in which you exchange benefits for things such as additional leave, more pension, a bicycle or personal training at our Sports Center.
• A moving allowance (subject to conditions).
• Employees from abroad may be eligible for a tax-free allowance for extraterritorial expenses equal to 30% of taxable salary.
• A pension with ABP; the largest Dutch pension fund.
• Training in personal development, career development, leadership, education, and research. Or a language course at our Language Center.
• A work culture in which we embrace differences, everyone is welcome and given equal opportunities.
• A vibrant campus in green surroundings that is easily accessible by public transport.

For more information, see our website and the CLA Dutch Universities.

Information and application
Would you like to know more before applying? Feel free to contact Prof. Reyer Gerlagh (R.Gerlagh@tilburguniversity.edu) or Asel Doranova (A.A.Doranova@tilburguniversity.edu).

We kindly invite you to apply before February 1, 2025; this can only be done online. Address your cover letter to Asel Doranova. Add a resume, your publication list, a research statement of maximum 2 pages, teaching evaluations if applicable, and two references (including name, telephone number and email address). We only approach referees for candidates who make it to the second selection round.

Letter selection is scheduled on February 3, 2025; you will receive notification from us shortly thereafter. Interviews are organized on rolling basis starting begin of February (we invite best candidates from the list of candidates applied up to that time).

The selection committee consists of:

1. Prof. Reyer Gerlagh (chair of the selection committee)
2. Prof. Sjak Smulders
3. Prof. Daan van Soest
4. Prof. Herman Vollebergh
5. Etienne Lorang
6. Asel Doranova

You will ideally start working for Tilburg University between May 1 and September 2025 upon mutual agreement with your supervisor.

About Tilburg University
Tilburg University is an academic, inclusive, and engaged community. Together with nearly 3,000 employees, we are committed to broad prosperity, sustainably, and inclusion. For current and future generations. We develop and share knowledge for the requirements of people and our society. This is how we contribute to solving complex social issues and help society move forward.

We educate our 19,500 students of 110 nationalities to become responsible leaders with knowledge, skills, and character. With our education and research for broad prosperity, we exceedingly focus on themes such as mental and preventive care, an inclusive labor market, the energy transition, and digitalization.

About Tilburg School of Economics and Management

Tilburg School of Economics and Management (TiSEM) is the university largest faculty. TiSEM offers well reputed academic research and education. Its research belongs to the European top. The education programs, of which the majority are offered completely in English, are on the international map with the AACSB accreditation awarded in 2002. Employees and students form an ambitious international community.

Tilburg School of Economics and Management

About the department of Economics
The Economics Department at Tilburg University is one of the largest and most successful economics departments in Europe. Our faculty members are internationally recognized for their research and committed to providing high-quality education programs for students. The department is organized into several research institutes and projects, TILEC being one of them. The department hosts a weekly seminar program with invited speakers from top international schools and a weekly internal workshop program that allows our faculty and PhD students to present their research to the department. For more information, click here.

Recruitment code
Tilburg University applies the recruitmentcode of the Dutch Association for Personnel Management & Organization Development (NVP).

Disclaimer
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To apply, visit https://tiu.nu/22592. (See posting for details.)

Professor / Associate Professor / Assistant Professor of Economics

Plaksha University, Mohali, India

Full-Time Academic & Research Position (Tenure Track / Tenured / Visiting)

Plaksha University invites talented academicians, Ph.D. scholars and postdoctoral fellows, who have a zeal for interdisciplinary and impactful research & teaching, to apply for tenure-track/ tenured/ visiting Faculty of Economics.

We offer a thriving research and innovation ecosystem and are looking for top-notch faculty across diverse domains such as economics, statistics, computer science, data science, AI/ML, applied mathematics, finance, marketing, public policy, social sciences, and design. We welcome applications from all nationalities and diversity.

Why Plaksha:

• Opportunity to build an institution, interdisciplinary academic programs (undergraduate/ graduate/ doctoral level), and research lab
• High degree of freedom, flexibility & autonomy to define curriculum and pedagogy
• Attractive salary structureProfessional Development Allowance to encourage registration with professional bodies, attendance at seminars or conferences, subscription to journals and similar expenses for continuous career development .
• Attractive start-up research grants to the tune of INR 25,00,000 (USD 30,000) to assist in initiating research
• Consulting opportunity for 1 day a week with 90% revenue share to faculty; support with making industry connections in leading corporates and start-ups through a dedicated Center for Corporate Partnerships and Careers
• 2 summer months as mini-sabbatical at a reputed research-focused international university supported for tenure-track assistant professors
• 1-on-1 mentorship from top academicians in one’s research area
• Support for research and teaching through university sponsored fellowships for Ph.D. students and research fellows
• High degree of freedom, flexibility & autonomy to define curriculum and pedagogy
• Opportunity to interact and collaborate with colleagues educated and trained in top Institutions and access to a unique eco-system of 100 founders with proven entrepreneurial track record
• Opportunity to build a greenfield institution and play a role in shaping the fabric of the university and its role in the world.
• Fast-tracked opportunities for academic leadership positions
• A dedicated Office of Research that provides assistance on research administrative issues and support with grant proposals.

Key responsibilities: The responsibilities include teaching at the undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral level including the development of innovative curriculum and pedagogy, conducting research, and helping to build research centers & laboratories of global eminence, along with innovative curriculum and pedagogy. Faculty are expected to:

• Teach up to 4 courses per year (1 course = 3 credits = up to 42 contact hours per semester)
• Contribute to Plaksha’s research mission by participating in its world-class research program that involves supervising undergraduate and graduate students, PhD scholars, and post-doctoral fellows
• Raise research funds through government and private agencies and international consortiums.

Appointment: As early as January 2025

Eligibility:A Ph.D. from a world-class university with an excellent track record of intellectual impact. Some international experience is desirable.

Flexible career tracks: Tenure-track/tenured, Professor of Practice, Visiting & Adjunct positions, Joint industry appointments

Plaksha University is supportive of dual-careers and is an equal opportunity/ affi rmativeaction employer. We are committed to maintaining diversity and welcome applicationsfrom all nationalities, and encourage women, members from LGBTQ+ community, persons with disabilities, and other diverse communities. Citizenship of India is not a requirement. Foreign nationals with fl uency in English areencouraged to apply.

About Plaksha University:

Situated in Chandigarh tricity, India, Plaksha University is a collective philanthropic initiative by a global community of 100+ business leaders and academicians. A greenfield university, Plaksha is developing a transformational model of engineering education and research that integrates technology, design, entrepreneurship, and liberal arts. Plaksha represents the bold aspirations of 21st century India and has its mission anchored around three pillars: reimagining technology education, research to impact grand challenges, and catalyzing an entrepreneurial ecosystem.

In a short span of time, Plaksha has inked partnerships with the UC Berkeley, Purdue University, Cornell University, UC San Diego, SRI International, IISc Bangalore, IITs and many other leading institutions. Plaksha is building distinctive research centers on Digital Agriculture, Water Security, Digital Health, Clean Energy and Climate and a university-vide Data Science Institute. Plaksha’s growing and thriving community includes 200+ students, 30+ faculty, 100+ staff including researchers and scholars.

PLEASE NOTE

• Candidates need to submit the application via Interfolio.
• Applications will be evaluated on a rolling basis.

For more details, please visit www.plaksha.edu.in

To apply, visit https://apply.interfolio.com/39648/positions. (See posting for details.)

The International Laboratory for Experimental and Behavioural Economics (BELab < https://epee.hse.ru/en/ >) at HSE University (Moscow) is undergoing an expansion, and we are currently looking for active researchers to join our group. Specifically, we invite applications for research fellow positions at both junior and senior levels.

Our lab has 26 shielded stations as well as a subject pool suitable for both offline and online experiments. At the university, there is a vibrant economics/finance research community with weekly seminars given by external speakers (online and offline) in addition to our internal seminar series.

Research funds for conference travel and experiments are provided to the researchers employed by the laboratory. Teaching is not obligatory, but teaching options might be available (for additional remuneration).

Appointed researchers are expected to publish in reputable academic journals. In addition to researchers with explicit expertise in experimental/behavioural economics, we also welcome theorists with an interest in laboratory experiments (strategic interactions, industrial organization topics, and other relevant themes are possible).

Application Procedure

Please submit (i) a cover letter, (ii) your CV, (iii) the job market paper, (iv) 2 reference letters, (v) any additional papers and/or a research statement. Review will begin on December 16, 2024. Please note that, upon mutual agreement, the appointment may begin as early as Spring 2025.

Further Information

If you have any questions, please contact Alexander Usvitskiy at ausvitskiy@hse.ru.

Job Description

The Department of Economics at McMaster University invites applications for a Postdoctoral Fellowship. This is a two-year fellowship that shall commence on July 1, 2025.

The successful candidate must either have received their doctorate since July 1, 2020, or expect to do so by December 31, 2025.

The successful applicant will have demonstrated expertise in applied economics in a field such as labour, health, public, or international economics. The fellow will be expected to be actively involved in the daily life of the Department, and will conduct independent research related to productivity, broadly defined. A wide range of research areas will be considered, including but not limited to: human capital (including its interaction with health); immigration; labour markets; education and training; worker and institutional productivity in the health or government sectors or in specific industries; consequences of taxes and transfer programs; investment and financial markets’ international competition; and the effects of regulation and trade policies.

The Productivity Partnership is partially funding this position. Prior experience with the analysis of microdata related to productivity, especially firm or workplace data, would be an asset, particularly if the associated research is relevant to Canada.

This Postdoctoral Fellowship provides an annual stipend of $70,000, which includes the requirement to teach one 3-unit course per year. Furthermore, the Department of Economics will provide up to $8,000 to cover research expenses. These funds can be used for a variety of purposes, including purchasing computer hardware and software, acquiring technical books and journals, and covering travel expenses for conferences.

How to Apply

A complete application consists of:

• a cover letter (including one of the two statements regarding Canadian citizenship or Permanent Resident status specified below);

• a current Curriculum Vitae (including a list of publications);

• a statement of current and prospective research interests

• a statement of teaching interests and experience (including course outlines and evaluations if available);

• a list of three references and their contact information.

Applications will only be accepted online at www.econjobmarket.org

The review of applications will begin on April 1, 2025, and continue until the position is filled.

Employment Equity Statement

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada will be considered first for this position. McMaster University is strongly committed to employment equity within its community, and to recruiting a diverse faculty and staff. The university encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including women, persons with disabilities, First Nations, Metis and Inuit persons, members of racialized communities and LGBTQ-identified persons. If you require any form of accommodation throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact the Human Resources Service Centre at 905-525-9140, ext. 22247.

To comply with the Government of Canada’s reporting requirements, the University is obliged to gather information about applicants’ status as either Permanent Residents of Canada or Canadian citizens. Applicants need not identify their country of origin or citizenship, however, all applications must include one of the following statements: “I am a Canadian citizen or Permanent Resident of Canada”; OR, “I am not a Canadian citizen or Permanent Resident of Canada”

We are inviting applications for a Post-Doctoral Associate in the Division of Social Science at NYU Abu Dhabi from individuals who have or will soon receive a PhD in Economics. The appointment will begin September 1, 2025, subject to final budget approval. The appointment will last 1-2 years.

The post-doctoral associate will spend half their time on independent research, and half of their time on collaborative research with Dr. Wifag Adnan. The collaborative research will fall under the general field of Applied Microeconomics with a range of topics including inequality, market power, immigration, race, identity, illicit behavior and misinformation.

We seek a candidate whose fields of specialization include Labor/Public/Political Economy and who is interested in developed and developing economy settings. Advanced training in statistical packages, econometrics and programming is essential and a robust understanding of economic theory and modelling is welcome.

The position does not require teaching, but it may be possible to get teaching experience for compensation.

For consideration, applicants need to submit a cover letter, a curriculum vitae with a full publication list, a job market paper, a statement of research interests, and 2 letters of reference, all in PDF format. If you have any questions, please email Professor Adnan at wa22@nyu.edu.

To help Post-doctoral Associates and faculty thrive, we offer a comprehensive benefits package. This starts with a generous relocation allowance to ensure a smooth transition to Abu Dhabi. It includes a competitive salary; housing and transportation allowances; educational assistance for your dependents attending school in the UAE; and access to health and wellness services. Click here for more information on benefits for you and your family.

About NYU Abu Dhabi:

NYU Abu Dhabi is a degree-granting research university with a fully integrated liberal arts and science undergraduate program in the Arts, Sciences, Social Sciences, Humanities, and Engineering. NYU Abu Dhabi, NYU New York, and NYU Shanghai, form the backbone of NYU’s global network university, an interconnected network of portal campuses and academic centers across six continents that enable seamless international mobility of students and faculty in their pursuit of academic and scholarly activity. This global university represents a transformative shift in higher education, one in which the intellectual and creative endeavors of academia are shaped and examined through an international and multicultural perspective. As a major intellectual hub at the crossroads of the Arab world, NYUAD serves as a center for scholarly thought, advanced research, knowledge creation, and sharing, through its academic, research, and creative activities.

EOE/AA/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity Employer

UAE Nationals are encouraged to apply.

To apply, visit https://apply.interfolio.com/157686. (See posting for details.)

The Helsinki Graduate School of Economics (Helsinki GSE) unites the economics faculties from three Finnish universities - the University of Helsinki, Aalto University, and Hanken School of Economics. By combining the strengths of three universities, our mission is to produce outstanding research with maximum academic and social impact - to educate the next generation of world-class economists.

The University of Helsinki is the oldest and largest institution of academic education in Finland, an international scientific community of 40,000 students and researchers, typically ranking among the top 100 in international university rankings. As part of the Helsinki GSE initiative, the Discipline of Economics at the Faculty of Social Sciences of the University of Helsinki invites applications for the position of

post-doctoral researcher in information and competition economics

We welcome applications from talented candidates with

1. experience in applied microeconomic theory, broadly defined, and

2. a doctorate in economics, completed by the time of appointment.

The position is funded by an Academy of Finland grant titled "Information system design for overcoming market failure", led by Academy Research Fellow, Principal Investigator Saara Hämäläinen. The project employs oligopoly theory and mechanism design to tackle problems related to competition in digital multiproduct ecosystems and procurement of public information systems.

The position has a duration of two years, starting in 2025, with the possibility of another position being filled for one year in 2025 or 2026. Applicants will be reviewed based on their research and academic potential. A successful candidate could have a background in theoretical industrial organization, but candidates with broad interests in economic theory are encouraged to apply.

The postdoc will join a dedicated community of economics researchers at Helsinki GSE. We offer access to networks, mentoring, and ambitious research collaboration, targeting top journals in economics. The postdoc will also have access to limited funds for research visits to support their future job search and the dissemination of their research findings.

The postdoc will be working in collaboration with our team but would also be given time for pursuing independent research. We encourage the person to be active in the microeconomics and industrial organization research groups at the Helsinki GSE, and our broader academic community, and participate in the supervision of our graduate students.

Teaching obligation for the position is limited (up to 5% annually). The postdoc could serve, for example, as a teacher or co-teacher for one course in economics to develop their teaching skills. The course can be taught in English - Finnish is not required. The discipline of economics at the University of Helsinki focuses on macroeconomics, time series economics, public economics, and applied game theory. For more information about our faculty, research groups, and seminar series, please visit the pages of Helsinki GSE.

The annual gross salary range is €44,000 – €51,000, depending on the applicant’s qualifications and experience. In addition, the University of Helsinki offers comprehensive services to its employees, including occupational health care, opportunities for professional development, and assistance for the selected candidate in relocation to Helsinki before starting the job. The University of Helsinki welcomes applicants from a variety of backgrounds. Minority candidates, particularly women, are especially encouraged to apply.

Application Process

Applications should be submitted through EconJobMarket by March 31st, 2025. Application materials should include a cover letter, a CV with a list of publications and working papers, one job market paper, and 2 letters of reference. Virtual first-round interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis, starting in early February 2025. Later applications could also be considered, with the interviews conducted in late April 2025.

Further Information

For additional information, please contact Academy Research Fellow Saara Hämäläinen (saara.hamalainen@helsinki.fi) or, in the case of questions relating to the recruitment procedure, HR specialist Minna Maunula (minna.maunula@helsinki.fi).

Helsinki sounds exotic? It is actually a very pleasant city: efficient commuting, well-functioning public administration, great daycare and schools, and easy daily communication in English. Why the University of Helsinki is your best career choice!

The Department of Economics and Management at CY Cergy Paris Université and the Thema research center invite applications for a postdoctoral position on the topic "Globalization, Taxes, and Inequalities". The position starts on September 1st, 2025 (this date can be adapted to suit specific situations), with a contract duration of 2 years. The work location is Cergy-Pontoise, in the Paris area.

Environment

The candidate will join the Thema research center and work in collaboration with Sébastien Laffitte (https://sebastien-laffitte.eu/) as part of his junior professor chair. The position comes with research funding and without teaching duties. The candidate will also benefit from the active and stimulating research environment of Thema and of the Paris area.

Missions

The post-doctoral researcher will carry out research on the following areas: Public Economics, Public Finance, International Economics. A focus on the following topics is not mandatory but appreciated: International Taxation, Tax evasion and Tax Avoidance, Corporate Taxation, Tax Havens, International Economics, Industrial Policies. The research project aims at studying the interactions between tax policies, globalization and inequalities.

Profile

The candidate is expected to hold a PhD in economics by the starting date. Applicants should have strong analytical skills and a high standard of research excellence. Knowledge of French is not required. Successful candidates should be able to work both independently and collaboratively.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to origins, age, gender, skin color, religion, nationality, sexual orientation, or disability.

Application procedure

Applications should be submitted online on econjobmarket.org by November 29, 2024, and include:

• a CV,
• a cover letter highlighting the qualifications and skills of the candidate that match the requirements of the position,
• a paper representative of the academic activity of the candidate (Job Market Paper or other),
• 2 letters of recommendation.

Candidates will be interviewed online in December 2024 during the European Job Market

For enquiries, please contact Sébastien Laffitte (sebastien.laffitte@cyu.fr).

The Kyiv School of Economics (KSE - kse.ua) will offer multiple Postdoctoral Fellowships in economics, with terms of up to three years, beginning fall 2025. Fellowships may be converted to tenure-track positions following the second year.

KSE is a dynamic, highly rated private university, well linked to European and global academic communities. In the 2-1/2 years since Russia’s full-scale invasion began, KSE has never closed its doors and, indeed, has grown rapidly. Preference is for candidates willing to relocate to Kyiv; however, accommodations are possible (part-time residence, virtual teaching, etc.)

Candidates must demonstrate the capacity for high-quality instruction and the potential for significant research. Postdoctoral Fellows will be expected to contribute to the research program at KSE as well as teach (in English) in the bachelor’s and/or master’s program in economics.

Compensation is competitive. Candidates who will have completed their Ph.D. by August 2025 are invited to submit their c.v., three letters of recommendation, and a research sample.

Environment

The Paris School of Economics is a private non-profit research foundation. PSE develops economic research of the highest international standard and disseminates the results. It brings together a community of 140 researchers and around 200 PhD students, and offers teaching in Masters, PhD, Summer School and Executive Education programs at the cutting edge of the discipline. Now firmly established as a feature on the global academic landscape, PSE breaks down all kinds of barriers to attain its goal of excellence: it brings together universities and grandes écoles, promotes exchanges between economics and the other social sciences, delivers its scholarship to a broad public, and supports the work of its teams in multiple partnerships with public institutions and private organisations.

The EU Tax Observatory is a research center directed by Gabriel Zucman that conducts, promotes, and disseminates innovative research on taxation, with an emphasis on international tax avoidance, tax evasion, and tax competition. The Observatory contributes to the production of scientific knowledge and to developing proposals to address 21st century tax and inequality challenges.

The Observatory is composed of researchers based in Paris and of a network of research fellows located in various countries. It offers a dynamic and collaborative setting for cutting-edge work on taxation, illicit financial flows, and inequality, with access to administrative tax datasets and employer-employee data in collaborations with tax agencies. The Observatory also contributes to global public goods with the creation of new data sources such as The Atlas of the Offshore World, and the public Country-by-Country Reporting database.

In addition to producing academic papers and policy notes, the Observatory regularly organizes academic conferences and public events connecting research to policy. These events bring together various stakeholders including policymakers, politicians, academics, journalists, and civil society.

Position

We are seeking a post-doctorate fellow to join the Illicit Financial Flows and Real Estate Program at EUTO. Researchers in the program conduct research on topics such as financial secrecy, beneficial ownership, money laundering and anti-money laundering policy, illicit trade, state capture and cross-border corruption. The position is funded by the Norwegian Research Council as part of a project on Investigative Economics - led by Matthew Collin - which emphasizes using novel data sources and causal inference to answer policy-relevant questions in the area of illicit finance.

The post-doctoral fellow will pursue their own research agenda on a topic relevant to the above areas researched by the program. They will also be involved in at least one project with other researchers in the program, to be decided upon before the start date.

Your main tasks and responsibilities will be to:

• Continue developing your research agenda
• Develop and publish high-quality scientific papers and technical reports (in collaboration with other researchers in the Illicits Financial Flows and Real Estate Program and the EUTO's support teams)
• Engage with public outputs, such as events, policy notes and the creation of new data
• Actively participate in the regular activities of the project and the EU Tax Observatory (such as weekly team meetings, program meetings and seminars)

The postholder will be part of the academic community at PSE which includes a number of high-profile seminar series, access to leading experts in a number of economic fields and academic working groups. The postholder will be part of the vibrant junior faculty at PSE and receive all the support by senior faculty in the development of his/her research agenda available.

The goal of this post is to support postholders in their academic career while coauthoring scientific papers with in that can publish at the highest level.

Profile

The postholder is expected to hold a PhD or be close to completing a doctoral degree in economics by the starting date. We will also consider applicants in fields such as political science, public policy, accounting or a related empirical social science. We are in particular interested in those working on empirical topics related to financial secrecy, beneficial ownership, money laundering and anti-money laundering policy, illicit trade, sanctions, state capture and cross-border corruption, with an emphasis on better forms of measuement or causal identification of policy effects.

French is not a requirement. The postholder will be provided with office space and computer facilities at the Paris School of Economics. The postholder will benefit from the social benefits in force at PSE, i.e. 25 days of annual leave, health insurance, 50% of the cost of public transportation and restaurant vouchers.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are convinced that the diversity of experiences and backgrounds of our team members enriches our reflections and our work. As part of our inclusive recruitment policy, we strongly encourage candidates from underrepresented background to apply for our job offers if their expertise matches the profile sought. We reaffirm that the selection of candidates will be made exclusively on criteria relating to the position to be filled, and regardless of age, race, gender, skin color, religion, nationality, the person's sexual orientation or disability.

Applications must be written in English and include a CV, job market paper and cover letter. Two letters of recommendation are required. Incomplete applications with not be considered. Interviews will be conducted remotely on a rolling basis.

The Chair of Public Economics at D-MTEC invites applications for a postdoc position. The group`s main focus is on theoretical and empirical research in the area of public economics such as corporate taxation, fiscal federalism and public economy aspects of the digital economy, for instance. The research strategy involves normative as well as political economy analyses.

The successful applicant is expected to work on issues related to international corporate taxation or local public finance/urban economics. Potential topics include:

• Taxation of multinational enterprises

• Corporate taxation and agency conflicts in firms

• Implications of international tax coordination (e.g., OECD pillar 1 and 2)

• Value creation and taxation of corporate profits in the digital economy

  or

• Local tax competition and residential choices

• Urban amenities and policy choices

• Effects of intergovernmental fiscal transfers

• Fiscal decentralization and residential sorting

The work might be based on theoretical modelling and/or empirical analysis.

Applicants should have recently earned a PhD in Economics and should show interest in the topics of the group. The preferred candidate has demonstrated her or his potential to conduct high-quality research, ideally by having some papers under revision or even accepted for publication in refereed international journals. The successful applicant is expected to independently conduct academic and policy-relevant research and also to contribute to ongoing research projects of the group. Excellent command of English is required.

ETH Zurich is a family-friendly employer with excellent working conditions. You can look forward to an exciting working environment, cultural diversity and attractive offers and benefits. Living conditions in Zurich are excellent (Zurich is consistently ranked as one of the world`s premier cities in terms of living standards). The contract is initially for 1 year, but it is expected to be renewed for multiple years (up to 6 years). The expected starting date is spring 2025 or later.

We look forward to receiving your online application with the following documents:

• CV
• university transcripts
• a 2-3 page research statement
• two academic references
• copy of the PhD thesis and/or academic papers

The review of applications will start in February 2025 and will continue as long as the job profile is advertised.

For further information about the Chair of Public Economics please visit our website.

The Department of Economics at Queen’s University invites applications for the Weatherall Postdoctoral Fellowship. This is a one-year fellowship, commencing on July 1st, 2025, with the possibility of renewal for a second year, which shall commence on July 1st, 2026. The Postdoctoral Fellow will work under the supervision of a host professor in the Department. While, we are particularly interested in applicants with research and teaching interests in the area of econometrics, applicants in other fields are also encouraged to apply.

Applicants must obtain clearance to graduate from their PhD program before starting their postdoctoral fellowship.

Postdoctoral Fellows appointed to these positions are expected to reside in Kingston, to be actively involved in the day-to-day life of the Economics Department, and to collaborate in developing research ideas in with faculty and students in the Department.

The Postdoctoral Fellowship carries a full-time salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. The incumbent will also be expected to teach at least one course per year and may have the option to teach two, depending on availability. In addition, the Department of Economics will provide some resources to cover research expenses. These may include, for example, computer hardware and software, technical books and journals, and travel to conferences.

The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Queen’s is strongly committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace and encourages applications from Black, racialized/visible minority and Indigenous/Aboriginal people, women, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQ+ persons. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority.

To comply with federal laws, the University is obliged to gather statistical information as to how many applicants for each job vacancy are Canadian citizens / permanent residents of Canada. Applicants need not identify their country of origin or citizenship; however, all applications must include one of the following statements: “I am a Canadian citizen / permanent resident of Canada”; OR, “I am not a Canadian citizen / permanent resident of Canada”. Applications that do not include this information will be deemed incomplete.

A complete application consists of:

· a cover letter (including one of the two statements regarding Canadian citizenship/permanent resident status specified in the previous paragraph);

· a current Curriculum Vitae (including a list of published and unpublished works);

· a job market paper;

· a statement of current and prospective research interests;

· a statement of teaching interests and experience (including evaluations if available);

· the names of three referees, who will send letters of references separately.

Further information about the Department of Economics may be found at: http://www.econ.queensu.ca.

The University has policies in place to support its employees with disabilities, including an Accommodation in the Workplace Policy and a policy on the provision of job accommodations that take into account an employee's accessibility needs due to disability. The University will provide support in its recruitment processes to applicants with disabilities, including accommodation that takes into account an applicant's accessibility needs. If you require accommodation during the interview process, please contact: the Department of Economics, Morgan Wilson, at morgan.wilson@queensu.ca.

Please note: All candidates should apply online at http://www.econjobmarket.org. It is the responsibility of applicants to ensure that letters of reference are also submitted via Econjobmarket.

Applications will be reviewed commencing February 10th, 2025.

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The Helsinki Graduate School of Economics (Helsinki GSE) brings together the economics faculty from three Finnish universities - Aalto University, Hanken School of Economics, and the University of Helsinki. Our mission is to produce outstanding research with maximum academic and social impact, to educate the next generation of world-class economists, and to offer excellent training across disciplinary borders. For more information on the Helsinki GSE, please visit https://www.helsinkigse.fi

As part of the Helsinki GSE initiative, the Department of Economics at Aalto University School of Business invites applicants to apply for a postdoctoral position in the economics of crime. The position is in the Department of Economics of Aalto University, the leading research-oriented economics unit in Finland. We welcome applicants with experience in applied microeconomics broadly defined. The duration of the fellowships is three years. Applicants should hold a doctoral degree (or be near completion of the doctorate) in economics or a related field. The applicants will be reviewed based on their research and activity in the scientific community, and their fit with the research team.

The position is funded by an Academy of Finland grant titled " The Economic and Health Costs of Victimization". The person would be working under the supervision of our team: Prof Kristiina Huttunen (Aalto University), Prof Abi Adams (University of Oxford), Prof Martti Kaila (University of Glasgow), Prof Emily Nix (University of Southern California), and Prof Ning Zhang (The Chinese University of Hong Kong), and work on topics related to the costs of criminal victimization, and the impact of criminal punishments or court decisions. The post-holder will also be allocated time to manage their own research tasks and work on his/her independent projects.

The new fellow will join a vibrant community of researchers in Helsinki and beyond working on crime and labor economics. We offer access to remarkable data, research networks, and the opportunity to use our infrastructure in suitable new projects as discussed with the team. The fellow will also be given time, support, and mentoring to develop their own research agendas. In return, we expect the fellow to be active members of the labor economics research group and our broader academic community, participate in graduate student supervision, and teach one course in the economics of crime, labor economics, or a related field.

Application Procedure

Applications should be submitted electronically via the EconJobMarket.org website by January 31st, 2025. Application materials should include a cover letter, a CV with a list of publications and working papers, one job market paper, and three letters of reference. Please submit all application materials in English. Virtual first-round interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis starting late January 2025.

Aalto University reserves the right for justified reasons to leave one or more positions open or to extend the application period

Further information

For additional information, please contact Associate Professor Kristiina Huttunen (kristiina.huttunen@aalto.fi) or, in the case of questions relating to the recruitment process, HR coordinator Elisa Utriainen (elisa.utriainen@aalto.fi).

The Dean of the Faculty of Economics and Administration, Masaryk University, invites applications for the following position:

Post-doctoral Researcher in Health Economics

Masaryk University, the Faculty of Economics and Administration is looking for a highly motivated and productive post-doctoral researcher in the field of health economics.

Masaryk University is concurrently seeking researchers in closely related fields as well. We invite you to explore the full list of available positions on the University website .

The position of Post-doctoral Researcher in Health Economics offers a unique opportunity to work with experts from Masaryk University and other partner institutions on projects related to health and environmental aspects of ageing populations, inequality in access to healthcare and innovative therapies, burden of disease, social and environmental determinants of health, and the role of health status in the labour markets.

The position will include collaborations with microeconomists, data scientists, biostatisticians, demographers, sociologists, clinicians and other experts, and primarily focus on peer-reviewed research.

We are looking for a candidate:

• with PhD. degree or near completion of PhD. studies

• with education and experience in microeconomics, econometrics

• with research interest and demonstrated excellence in health economics (overlaps with environmental economics in the research agenda are welcome but not required)

• with strong background in quantitative methods however, mixed methods researchers are invited

• with excellent background in empirical methods, interdisciplinary research interests

• with research potential demonstrated by a strong job market paper or at least 1 peer-reviewed publication

• with fluency in English

• who is a self-driven person

• who is able to define their own research agenda

  What does the position entail:

• full-time postdoctoral researcher in the field of health economics

• participation on a research project focused on population ageing in a collaboration with a multidisciplinary research team

• peer-reviewed research and its presentation at international conferences

• contribution to the preparation of national and international grant proposals

What do we offer?

• a full-time (40 hours a week) Postdoctoral Researcher position at one of the highest-ranked universities in the region of Central and Eastern Europe
• earliest starting date of the contract is March 1st, 2025 or later upon mutual agreement
• the monthly salary offer is based on seniority, ranging from 2,000-3,000 EUR/month (gross)
• fixed-term position for 12 + up to 36 months (up to December 31, 2028). The renewal is conditional on a successful performance review
• relocation support and help from the Masaryk University (MUNI) Welcome Office
• a friendly and international working environment
• opportunities for professional growth (e.g., university seminar series, internships, exchanges, participation in research projects)
• flexible working hours and occasional home office to support personal needs in family and career
• employee benefits (6 weeks of paid vacation per year, contribution to meals, contribution to pension savings, language courses, exclusive mobile tariff, sport activities, vaccination)
• opportunity to work and live in a modern and dynamic university city with close proximity to Prague and Vienna

About the workplace

Masaryk University (MUNI) is an academically diverse and research-intensive university with a strong commitment to high-quality research and education. The university offers an inspiring research and teaching environment to its 35,000 students and 5,500 employees.

MUNI is located in the university city of Brno, Czech Republic. Based on the most recent OECD Better Life Index data, the Czech Republic ranks next to the US and the UK. Proximity to nature and other historical cities (e.g., Prague, Vienna, Budapest), variety of cultural and entertainment attractions, and top personal safety make Brno one of the top 100 university cities in the world according to students.

The members of Health Economics, Policy and Innovation Institute at ECON MUNI conduct quality research with peers from other Czech, European, and American universities. Members of the faculty have published in journals such as Value in Health, European Journal of Health Economics, Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease, Pharmacoeconomics, Journal of Public Economics, Journal of Urban Economics, Journal of Economic Behaviour and Organization, Oxford Bulletin of Economics and Statistics, Scientific Reports. The administrative staff is experienced in helping researchers with both national and international grant applications.

Application and selection procedure

The application shall be submitted online by January 31, 2025 (11:59 p.m., CET) via an e-application (Please, use the link in the e-Application section below). Interviews for the position will be held online or in-person at Masaryk University. Online and in-person interviews may be scheduled on a rolling basis and early applications are encouraged.

The candidate shall provide following:

• cover letter with a description of research agenda in the desired area,
• a full professional Curriculum Vitae including the complete bibliography of published works (or provide a link where the information could be found),
• job market paper and/or up to two other research papers,
• names, e-mail addresses, and phone numbers of 3 references, references will be contacted independently to submit reference letters

After submitting your application successfully, you will receive an automatic confirmation e-mail from jobs.muni.cz.

For further information about the position and the department, please contact Dr. Jakub Hlávka, at jakub.hlavka@econ.muni.cz Please do not send applications directly by e-mail.

If you need help uploading your application or have any questions about the recruitment process, please contact the head of HR department Jana Levá, e-mail: jana.leva@econ.muni.cz

All interested candidates are encouraged to apply regardless of personal background. The selection process is based on an Open Transparent Merit-based Recruitment Policy. Masaryk University does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions on the basis of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or sexual orientation. The faculty holds the HR Excellence Award.

We are looking forward to hearing from you!

Prof. Mgr. Jiří Špalek, Ph.D.

Dean

To apply, visit https://www.muni.cz/en/about-us/careers/vacancies/78405. (See posting for details.)

The Dean of the Faculty of Economics and Administration, Masaryk University, invites applications for the following position:

Post-doctoral Researcher in Empirical Economics - Labour Economics

Masaryk University, the Faculty of Economics and Administration, is looking for a highly motivated and productive post-doctoral researcher in the field of in the field of empirical microeconomics.

Masaryk University is concurrently seeking researchers in closely related fields as well. We invite you to explore the full list of available positions on the University website .

This position offers a unique opportunity to work with experts from Masaryk University and other partner institutions on research projects related to labour market aspects of population ageing and/or social and regional peripheries. These projects explore a wide range of research topics covering discrimination, accessibility of healthcare and public services, and human and social capital effects and accumulation.

We are looking for a candidate:

• with PhD degree or near completion of PhD. studies

• with education and experience in the field of empirical labour and/or regional/urban economics

• with research interest and demonstrated excellence in related fields

• with excellent background in empirical methods and interdisciplinary research interests

• solid knowledge of spatial econometrics is welcomed

• with research potential demonstrated by a strong job market paper or at least 1 peer-reviewed publication

• with fluency in English

• who is a self-driven person

• who is able to define their own research agenda

  What does the position entail:

• full-time postdoctoral researcher in the field of empirical labour and/or regional/urban economics

• participation on a research project focused on population ageing and/or social and regional peripheries in a collaboration with a multidisciplinary research team

• peer-reviewed research and its presentation at international conferences

• contribution to the preparation of national and international grant proposals

What do we offer?

• full-time (40 hours a week) Postdoctoral Researcher position at one of the highest-ranked universities in the region of Central and Eastern Europe.
• earliest starting date of the contract is the March 1st, 2025 or later upon mutual agreement.
• the monthly salary offer is based on seniority, ranging from 2,000-3,000 EUR/month (gross).
• fixed-term position for 12 + up to 36 months (up to December 31, 2028). The renewal is conditional on a successful performance review.
• relocation support and help from the MUNI Welcome Office
• friendly and international working environment
• opportunities for professional growth (e.g., university seminar series, internships, exchanges, participation in research projects)
• flexible working hours and occasional home office to support personal needs in family and career
• employee benefits (6 weeks of paid vacation per year, contribution to meals, contribution to pension savings, language courses, exclusive mobile tariff, sport activities, vaccination)
• opportunity to work and live in a modern and dynamic university city with close proximity to Prague and Vienna

About the workplace

Masaryk University is an academically diverse and research-intensive university with a strong commitment to high-quality research and education. The university offers an inspiring research and teaching environment to its 35,000 students and 5,500 employees.

MUNI is located in the university city of Brno, Czech Republic. Based on the most recent OECD Better Life Index data, the Czech Republic ranks next to the US and the UK. Proximity to nature and other historical cities (e.g., Prague, Vienna, Budapest), variety of cultural and entertainment attractions, and top personal safety make Brno one of the top 100 university cities in the world according to students.

The members of The Health Economics, Policy and Innovation Institute at ECON MUNI conduct quality research with peers from other Czech, European, and American universities. Members of the faculty have published in journals such as Journal of Public Economics, Journal of Urban Economics, Journal of Economic Behaviour and Organization, Oxford Bulletin of Economics and Statistics, Scientific Reports, European Economic Review or Public Choice. The administrative staff is experienced in helping researchers with both national and international grant applications.

Application and selection procedure

The application shall be submitted online by January 31, 2025 (11:59 p.m., CET) via an e-application (Please, use the link in the e-Application section below). Interviews for the position will be held online or in-person at Masaryk University. Online and in-person interviews may be scheduled on a rolling basis and early applications are encouraged.

The candidate shall provide following:

• cover letter with a description of your research agenda in the desired area,
• a full professional Curriculum Vitae including the complete bibliography of published works (or provide a link where the information could be found),
• job market paper and/or up to two other research papers,
• names, e-mail addresses, and phone numbers of 3 references; references will be contacted independently to submit reference letters

After submitting your application successfully, you will receive an automatic confirmation e-mail from jobs.muni.cz.

For further information about the position and the department, please contact Štěpán Mikula, at stepan.mikula@econ.muni.cz Please do not send applications directly by e-mail.

If you need help uploading your application or have any questions about the recruitment process, please contact the head of HR department Jana Levá, e-mail: jana.leva@econ.muni.cz

All interested candidates are encouraged to apply regardless of personal background. The selection process is based on an Open Transparent Merit-based Recruitment Policy. Masaryk University does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions on the basis of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or sexual orientation. The faculty holds the HR Excellence Award.

We are looking forward to hearing from you!

Prof. Mgr. Jiří Špalek, Ph.D.

Dean

To apply, visit https://www.muni.cz/o-univerzite/kariera-na-mu/volna-mista/78406. (See posting for details.)

INVITATION FOR APPLICATIONS

The Dean of the Faculty of Economics and Administration, Masaryk University, invites applications for the following position:

Post-doctoral Researcher in Political Economics and/or Behavioral Economics

Masaryk University, the Faculty of Economics and Administration, is looking for a highly motivated and productive post-doctoral researcher in the field of political economics and/or behavioral and experimental economics.

We seek candidates with previous education and experience in microeconomics, econometrics, and experimental economics with a particular interest in research in the field of political economics or behavioral economics.

This position offers a unique opportunity to work with experts from Masaryk University and other partner institutions on projects related to political and behavioral economics. These projects explore a wide range of research topics covering voting behavior, political preferences and biases, pro-social behavior, polarization, and many others. The position will include collaborations with theoretical and empirical economists, experimental economists, political scientists and other experts, and focus on peer-reviewed research.

We encourage recent Ph.D. graduates specialized in political and/or behavioral economics to apply. Postdoctoral candidates are expected to be able to define their own research agenda and have a potential to publish in leading international journals.

We are looking for :

• A full-time post-doctoral researcher,

• Candidates must have completed a PhD. degree or be near completion,

• Excellent background in state-of-the-art methods, interdisciplinary research interests,

• Research potential demonstrated by a strong job market paper or at least 1 peer-reviewed publication,

• Active participation in international research conferences and professional fluency in English

What do we offer?

• The earliest starting date of the contract is July 1st, 2025 or later upon mutual agreement.

• The contract is full-time (40 hrs/week), salary offer is based on seniority ranging from 2000-3000 EUR/month (gross) .

• This is a fixed-term position up to December 31, 2028. Typically, a 1-year contract is offered with the opportunity to be extended by up to 3 years following a successful performance review.

• Relocation support and help from the MUNI Welcome Office

• A friendly and international working environment

• Opportunities for professional growth (e.g., university seminar series, internships, exchanges, participation in research projects)

• Flexible working hours and occasional home office to support personal needs in family and career

• Employee benefits (6 weeks of paid vacation per year, contribution to supplementary pension insurance or long-term investment product, meal allowance, discount for language courses and sport activities, university kindergarten or contribution to childcare in other facilities, events for employees).

• Opportunity to work and live in a modern and dynamic university city with close proximity to Prague and Vienna

About the workplace

Masaryk University is an academically diverse and research-intensive university with a strong commitment to high-quality research and education. The university offers an inspiring research and teaching environment to its 35,000 students and 5,500 employees.

MUNI is located in the university city of Brno, Czech Republic. Based on the most recent OECD Better Life Index data, Czech Republic ranks next to the US and the UK. Proximity to nature and other historical cities (e.g. Prague, Vienna, Budapest), variety of cultural and entertainment attractions, and top personal safety, make Brno one of the top 100 university cities in the world according to students. More details could be found here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9kal6NSc_Nc

Faculty members conduct quality research with peers from other Czech, European, and American universities. Members of the faculty have published in journals such as Journal of Public Economics, Journal of Urban Economics, European Economic Review, Journal of Economic Behavior and Organization, Oxford Bulletin of Economics and Statistics, Scientific Reports, AEA papers and Proceedings, Public Choice or Kyklos. The administrative staff is experienced in helping researchers with both national and international grant applications.

Application and selection procedure

The application shall be submitted online by January 31, 2025 (11:59 p.m., CET) via an e-application (Please, use the link in the e-Application section below). Interviews for the position will be held online or in-person at Masaryk University.

The candidate shall provide following:

• Cover letter with a description of your research agenda in the desired area,

• A full professional Curriculum Vitae including the complete bibliography of published works (or provide a link where the information could be found),

• Job market paper and/or up to two other research papers,

• Names, e-mail addresses, and phone numbers of 3 references. Reference letters are required; references will be contacted independently to submit reference letters

  After submitting your application successfully, you will receive an automatic confirmation e-mail from jobs.muni.cz.

  For further information about the position and the department, please contact Rostislav Staněk, at rostislav.stanek@econ.muni.cz. Please do not send applications directly by e-mail.

  If you need help uploading your application or have any questions about the recruitment process, please contact the head of HR department Jana Levá, e-mail: jana.leva@econ.muni.cz

  All interested candidates are encouraged to apply regardless of personal background. The selection process is based on an Open Transparent Merit-based Recruitment Policy. Masaryk University does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or sexual orientation. The faculty holds the HR Excellence Award.

Workplace: Faculty of Economics and Administration, Masaryk University, Brno, Czechia

Type of Contract: Fixed-term position for 12 + up to 36 months (up to December 31, 2028). The renewal is conditional on a successful performance review.

Compensation: 2.000-3.000 EUR monthly (gross based on seniority)

EU Researcher Profile: R1-R2

Working Hours: 1 FTE (full-time employment of 40 hours per week)

Expected Start Date:

Number of Open Positions: 1

Application Deadline: January 31, 2025

We are looking forward to hearing from you!

Prof. Mgr. Jiří Špalek, Ph.D.

Dean

To apply, visit https://www.muni.cz/o-univerzite/kariera-na-mu/volna-mista/78565. (See posting for details.)

POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH POSITION IN FINANCE

The Finance Department at the University of Mannheim offers a full-time Postdoctoral position (non-tenure track) to start on March 1st 2025, or later.

We are looking for a candidate with research interest in Corporate Finance, Corporate Governance, asset management and/or gender differences in financial markets. In addition to conducting high-quality independent research, the candidate is expected to provide support in teaching and administrative tasks and to contribute to a team-orientated working environment.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

As the ideal candidate, you have completed a degree in business or economics with very good results and gained further qualifications through a doctorate. The prerequisite is a completed doctorate in Germany or abroad (PhD or comparable). Applicants with research projects in the main subject areas mentioned above are strongly encouraged to apply. Fluent English language skills are required, German language skills are not essential.

ABOUT THE SCHOOL:

The University of Mannheim is one of the leading universities in Germany with approximately 12,000 students in five schools. Particularly in business and economics as well as in the social sciences the university ranks among the top institutions both at national and international level. More than 2,600 employees benefit from an exciting work environment with numerous benefits.

The Finance department is part of the Mannheim Business School and runs an active weekly seminar series with speakers from top international schools, a separate brown bag seminar, and several research cooperations offering a broad network to leading experts.

For more information, please visit the following website:

Area Finance | Business School | University of Mannheim

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

Please send your application documents by 31 January 2025 at the latest (the position remains open until filled – later applications may still be considered).

Applications from individuals with a disability (minimum 50 %) are given preferential consideration provided that they are appropriately qualified.

The University of Mannheim is committed to increasing the quota of women and thus encourages women with appropriate qualifications to apply.

Applicants should submit their cover letter, CV, research papers, and at least two reference letters at econjobmarket.org.

Interviews will be conducted online.

Any questions related to the application process can be directed to Alexandra Kornfeld-Gran at secretary.cg@uni-mannheim.de

The Chair of Public Economics at D-MTEC invites applications for a postdoc position. The group's main focus is on theoretical and empirical research in the area of public economics such as corporate taxation, fiscal federalism and public economy aspects of the digital economy, for instance.

The successful applicant is expected to work on issues related to the regulation of digital platforms and taxation of their activities. Potential topics include:

• Taxation of digital products, two-sided markets, and network goods
• Net neutrality
• Privacy and public policy
• Value creation and taxation of corporate profits in the digital economy
• The effect of the digital economy on tax competition
• Artificial intelligence and fiscal systems

The work might be based on theoretical modelling and/or empirical analysis. The research will ideally combine insights from economics and e.g. computer science.

Applicants should hold a PhD in Economics with a strong economic basis and should show interest in the topics of the research program. The preferred candidate has demonstrated her or his potential to conduct high-quality research, ideally by having some papers under revision or even accepted for publication in refereed international journals. The successful applicant is expected to independently conduct academic and policy-relevant research and also to contribute to ongoing research projects of the group. Excellent command of English is required. The contract is initially for one year, but it is expected to be renewed for multiple years (up to 6 years).

ETH Zurich is a family-friendly employer with excellent working conditions. You can look forward to an exciting working environment, cultural diversity and attractive offers and benefits.

We look forward to receiving your online application including

• CV
• university transcripts
• a 2-3 page research statement
• two academic references
• copy of the PhD thesis and/or academic papers

The expected starting date is spring 2025 or later. The review of applications will start in February 2025 and will continue as long as the job profile is advertised.

For further information about the Chair of Public Economics please visit our website.

Postdoctoral Program in Economics

The Department of Economics offers both a 1-year and 2-year postdoctoral research program in the field of economics. Both programs provide a fully funded research position in the Department of Economics, working alongside the economics faculty performing both self-directed and collaborative cutting-edge research in all fields of Economics. We are interested in candidates in any field of economics, including, but not limited to, the following examples: theoretical-based empirical studies using big datasets, general equilibrium(systemic) analysis of the aggregate and distributional impacts of policies and new technologies, and foundational theoretical work exploring market and non-market social interactions.

You must have received (or will receive by the program's start) a PhD in Economics or related field. Individuals will be full-time employees and are expected to participate in the program in person. Applications should include a CV, three letters of reference, and research papers. Applications are due by Saturday, February 15, 2025. Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those underrepresented in their academic fields. It is the University’s policy is to recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or genetic information.

SUBMISSION OF APPLICATIONS: Please submit the specified materials online at https://www.econjobmarket.org/

Clery statement:

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The Institute of Economics and Econometrics (IEE) at the Geneva School of Economics and Management (University of Geneva) invites applications for a postdoctoral position in environmental and resource economics. The position begins as early as Summer 2025 and has a duration of one or two years.

The successful candidate will contribute to a grant-funded research project on supply-chain zero-deforestation policies. We strongly encourage applications from researchers with expertise in deforestation, structural econometrics of dynamic discrete choice, or spatial and trade economics applied to supply chains.

The position offers a competitive salary, along with support for travel and research expenses. Eligible candidates must have completed their Ph.D. after January 1, 2023, and no later than the official start date of employment.

The IEE is part of the Geneva School of Economics and Management at the University of Geneva. For more information, visit: https://www.unige.ch/gsem/en/research/institutes/iee/.

For inquiries, please contact: matthieu.stigler@unige.ch.

JOB DESCRIPTION and QUALIFICATION:

The Department of Business & Management, University of Southern Denmark in Odense, invites expression of interest for one or more positions of Postdoc in Finance starting on August 15th, 2025, or on a mutually agreed date.

Job qualifications: We seek candidates with a strong research potential in Finance who must demonstrate the ability to publish in leading international journals within Finance or related areas. All areas of Finance are invited, but we particularly seek candidates with strong theoretical research skills within corporate finance and asset pricing; candidates with competencies within continuous-time finance is particularly encouraged to apply. Candidates should have completed their PhD in Finance or a related area prior to starting. We also encourage seasoned candidates with a strong research pipeline and teaching experience to apply. Knowledge of Danish is not required for the position. The duration of the Postdoc position is 2 years.

EXPRESSION OF INTEREST PROCEDURE:

Candidates should submit their expression of interest package (cover letter, CV, research papers, three letters of references, and transcripts) via econjobmarket.org. Interviews (online) will be conducted as needed.

ABOUT THE FINANCE GROUP:

The Finance Group is an active research group and a central pillar at the department and the SDU Business School. For further information please visit our website. The aim of the Finance Group is to carry out research of high international standards documented through publications in internationally distinguished journals and through presentations at top conferences. The Finance Group holds an active seminar series as well as workshops which are internationally recognized. Faculty members conduct research within all main areas of Finance (e.g., corporate finance, asset pricing, banking, household finance, and financial markets) and frequently interact in colloquia meetings. The department provides a research supportive environment and research facilities. This includes access to data (e.g., CRSP and Compustat), travel support, and computing facilities.

The Finance Group offers undergraduate and graduate courses in Finance. The teaching load is favorable. Beneficial tax agreements may apply to non-Danish applicants. The remuneration package is competitive at the European level.

EXPRESSION OF INTEREST DEADLINE: Expressions of interest are considered on a rolling basis. They must be received by April 9th, 23.59 to be guaranteed full consideration; late expressions of interest may be accepted.

The Department of Economics at the University of Innsbruck has an opening at the rank of University Assistant (postdoc) to begin fall 2025. The department offers a dynamic environment, actively promotes research and allocates resources based on international peer-reviewed research publications.

Start date/duration:

• from 01.10.2025
• for 4 years

Extent of employment:

• 40 hours per week

Job Description:

Your tasks:

• Independent research activities in the field of international economics: Theory and empirics of international trade
• Independent organisation of courses in the field of international economics: Theory and empirics of international trade
• Supervision of students incl. supervision of bachelor theses
• Participation in organisational and administrative tasks as well as evaluation measures
• Continuing education

Your profile:

• Completed relevant doctoral or PhD degree programme with specialisation in empirical international trade
• Relevant publications in international journals
• Proven ability to work in teams, e.g. through international collaborations or the joint organisation of conferences and workshops, ability to work independently and communication skills

With us, you can expect exciting tasks, flexible working hours, a family-friendly working environment, attractive training and development opportunities, a paid lunch break, a meal allowance and much more! https://www.uibk.ac.at/en/career/additional-benefits/.

The minimum gross salary (stipulated by collective agreement) for this position amounts to € 4.933 per month (14 times).

Application:

The official job posting, including the link to the application site, can be found here: https://euraxess.ec.europa.eu/platforms/jobs/139/VWL-14848

We are looking forward to receiving your online application by 09.04.2025 stating the code VWL-14848

Contact:

If you have any questions about the tender, please contact:

Prof. Michael Pfaffermayr
Phone: ++43 512 507 71012
Email: michael.pfaffermayr@uibk.ac.at

To apply, visit https://euraxess.ec.europa.eu/platforms/jobs/139/VWL-14848. (See posting for details.)

Position Overview:
We are seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Research Scholar in the fields of Economics, Social Sciences, or Ecology to join an interdisciplinary research project titled Indigenous Communities and Species Conservation: Examining the Role of Nature-Based Practices in Promoting Ecosystem Services. This project delves into the intersection of indigenous traditions and biodiversity conservation, with a focus on a pastoral community in India. It investigates how nature-based indigenous practices contribute to the preservation of wild carnivores, such as leopards, and the promotion of vital ecosystem services. The ultimate goal is to generate actionable insights for conservation policy interventions that foster sustainable coexistence between humans and wildlife. The successful candidate will work with an international team comprising of Shadi Atallah (University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign), Sahan Dissanayake (Portland State University), and Adrian Lopes (American University of Sharjah).

Key Responsibilities:

• Designing choice experiment surveys.
• Perform econometric analysis of choice experiment data.
• Literature reviews on indigenous practices and biodiversity preservation.
• Coauthor high-impact academic papers with the research team.
• Mentor undergraduate and graduate students contributing to the project.

Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Economics, Social Sciences, Ecology, or a related field.
• Strong background in data analysis, particularly econometrics and choice experiments.
• Experience with analysis of field data from developing countries is highly preferred.
• Excellent writing skills and a demonstrated ability to produce publishable research.
• Ability to work collaboratively on a multidisciplinary project.

Salary and benefits are competitive. Salary would be commensurate with the candidate’s academic qualifications, research profile and experience. In addition, benefits would cover medical insurance, on-campus housing with utilities, indemnity, annual leave, flight tickets, and work visa fees.

Application Instructions:
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis until February 15, 2025. Applicants may upload the following documents at the EconJobMarket link and/or the AUS ad link.

1. Cover letter highlighting relevant research experience and career goals.
2. Curriculum Vitae (CV).
3. Up to two publications / writing samples.

Remote interviews will be conducted through the Zoom platform for shortlisted applicants through February 2025. Interested candidates may also contact Adrian Lopes at alopes@aus.edu for further queries about this posting.

About the American University of Sharjah, UAE: ​ Situated near Sharjah International Airport in the expansive University City area, and only 30 minutes from Dubai International Airport, AUS is located in a dynamic and cosmopolitan area that includes abundant opportunities for travel, entertainment, cultural experiences and natural beauty. Salary and benefits are competitive. American University of Sharjah is a not-for-profit, independent, coeducational institution of higher education formed on American models but thoroughly grounded in Arab culture. Located in University City, Sharjah, AUS offers undergraduate and graduate degree programs to more than 5,800 students from approximately 90 nations. English is the language of instruction and the workplace.

AUS has been ranked among the top 10 Arab universities by QS World University Rankings every year for the past 10 consecutive years. AUS is licensed and its programs are accredited by the Commission for Academic Accreditation of the Ministry of Education’s Higher Education Affairs Division in the United Arab Emirates. AUS has been accredited in the United States of America by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (1007 North Orange Street, 4th Floor, MB #166, Wilmington, DE 19801 USA) since June 2004.

About Sharjah and the UAE: ​The United Arab Emirates is home to close to 10,000,000 people from more than 200 nationalities. Sharjah is the third most populous of the UAE’s seven emirates after Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Located adjacent to Dubai, Sharjah is widely regarded as a center of culture and education and serves as home to an industrious and dynamic population. Like the UAE, Sharjah provides a safe and comfortable environment that provides easy access to the UAE’s many beaches, the Hajjar Mountains, a multitude of leisure establishments, all within a short driving distance. Given the country’s location and robust transportation infrastructure, travel to Asia, Africa and Europe is easy. These are advantages that are easily accessible given that Sharjah takes facilitating work-life balance seriously as is evidenced by it having recently instituted a four-day workweek.

The Dean of the Faculty of Economics and Administration, Masaryk University, invites applications

for the following position:

Post-doctoral Researcher in Corporate Finance and/or Finance and Financial Markets

Masaryk University, the Faculty of Economics and Administration, is looking for a highly motivated and productive post-doctoral researcher in the field of Corporate Finance and/or Finance and Financial Markets.

This position offers a unique opportunity to work with experts from Masaryk University and other partner institutions on projects related to financial markets, corporate finance, and investment analysis. The role involves evaluating financial strategies, assessing risk in investment portfolios, analysing financial data, and contributing to the development of economic models for corporate decision-making and market forecasting.

The position will primarily focus on peer-reviewed research and the development of financial models for market analysis and corporate decision-making.

We are looking for a candidate:

• with PhD. degree or near completion of PhD. studies

• with education and experience in fields like corporate finance, finance or financial markets

• experience in developing financial econometric models or using them in peer-reviewed research is highly relevant

• strong programming skills in R or Python are welcome

• previous experience with data from financial databases such as Refinitiv, Bloomberg, or similar sources is particularly welcome

• with excellent background in empirical methods are invited as well

• with research potential demonstrated by a strong job market paper or at least 1 peer-reviewed publication

• with fluency in English

• who is a self-driven person

• who can define their own research agenda

What does the position entail:

• peer-reviewed research and its presentation at international conferences
• contribution to the preparation of national and international grant proposals

What do we offer?

• a full-time (40 hours a week) Postdoctoral Researcher position at one of the highest-ranked universities in the region of Central and Eastern Europe
• earliest starting date of the contract is September 1st, 2025 or upon mutual agreement
• the monthly salary offer is 2,400 EUR/month (gross)
• this is a fixed-term position up to December 31, 2028, a 1-year contract is offered with the opportunity to be extended till December 31, 2028. The renewal is conditional on a submission of MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowships application and successful performance review. Securing external grant funding via MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowships may allow for an additional extension of the position beyond December 31, 2028
• relocation support and help from the Masaryk University (MUNI) Welcome Office
• support in the preparation of MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowships grant application
• a friendly and international working environment
• opportunities for professional growth (e.g., university seminar series, internships, exchanges, participation in research projects)
• flexible working hours and occasional home office to support personal needs in family and career
• employee benefits (6 weeks of paid vacation per year, contribution to meals, contribution to pension savings, language courses, exclusive mobile tariff, sport activities, vaccination)
• opportunity to work and live in a modern and dynamic university city with close proximity to Prague and Vienna

About the workplace

Masaryk University is an academically diverse and research-intensive university with a strong commitment to high-quality research and education. The university offers an inspiring research and teaching environment to its 35,000 students and 5,500 employees.

MUNI is located in the university city of Brno, Czech Republic. Based on the most recent OECD Better Life Index data, the Czech Republic ranks next to the US and the UK. Proximity to nature and other historical cities (e.g., Prague, Vienna, Budapest), variety of cultural and entertainment attractions, and top personal safety make Brno one of the top 100 university cities in the world according to students.

The members of The Department of Finance at ECON MUNI conduct quality research with peers from other Czech and European universities. Members of the faculty have published in journals such as International Journal of Forecasting, Journal of International Financial Markets, Institutions and Money, Journal of Economic Dynamics and Control, The North American Journal of Economics and Finance, Energy, Expert Systems with Applications, Research in International Business and Finance,
International Review of Economics & Finance, or Finance Research Letters. The administrative staff is experienced in helping researchers with both national and international grant applications.

Application and selection procedure

The application shall be submitted online by March 13th, 2025 (11:59 p.m., CET) via an e-application (Please, use the link in the e-Application section below). Interviews for the position will be held online or in-person at Masaryk University. Online and in-person interviews may be scheduled on a rolling basis and early applications are encouraged.

The candidate shall provide following:

• cover letter with a description of your research agenda in the desired area,
• a full professional Curriculum Vitae including the complete bibliography of published works (or provide a link where the information could be found),
• job market paper and/or up to two other research papers,
• names, e-mail addresses, and phone numbers of 3 references; references will be contacted independently to submit reference letters

After submitting your application successfully, you will receive an automatic confirmation e-mail from jobs.muni.cz.

For further information about the position and the department, please contact Dagmar Vágnerová Linnertová (dagmar.linnertova@econ.muni.cz). Please do not send applications directly by e-mail.

If you need help uploading your application or have any questions about the recruitment process, please contact the head of HR department Jana Levá, e-mail: jana.leva@econ.muni.cz

All interested candidates are encouraged to apply regardless of personal background. The selection process is based on an Open Transparent Merit-based Recruitment Policy. Masaryk University does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions on the basis of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or sexual orientation. The faculty holds the HR Excellence Award.

We are looking forward to hearing from you!

To apply, visit https://www.muni.cz/en/about-us/careers/vacancies/78910. (See posting for details.)

The Institute of Economics and Econometrics at the Geneva School of Economics and Management invites applications for postdoctoral fellowships in economics starting as early as Summer 2025. We are particularly interested for candidates with research interests in the following fields:

International trade (with a good knowledge of quantitative models in international trade)

Econometrics

Economics of education

Environmental economics

The fellowships allow promising new and recent Ph.D. recipients to pursue frontier research and to be active members of the IEE with a very low teaching load. The positions provide a competitive salary plus support for travel and research expenses. Eligible candidates will have completed their Ph.D. after 1 January 2023 and no later than the official starting date of employment. The duration of each postdoctoral fellowship is discussed on a case-by-case basis.

The IEE is the Economics and Econometrics Institute within the Geneva School of Economics and Management at the University of Geneva, for further information visit https://www.unige.ch/gsem/en/research/institutes/iee/.

Application procedure:

Applicants should submit a cover letter, a detailed CV with a list of publications (if available) and ongoing research projects, and a list of three references through EconJobMarket.org by 17 November 2024 for full consideration. Applications received after the deadline may also be considered.

The Department of Quantitative Finance (chaired by Prof. Dr. Eva Lütkebohmert-Holtz) at the Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg invites applications for a

Research Assistant Position (Post-doctoral or PhD)

in the area of Financial Economics or Mathematical Finance.

The appointment (75% TV-L E13, Baden-Württemberg scale) will be made starting April 15th, 2025, or later for 2 years and may be prolongable to at most 6 years and could be increased to 100%.

Applicants should have completed an above-average degree in economics, mathematics, or statistics. Experience in data work and implementation in the software R, MATLAB or Python is highly appreciated.

The position will be embedded into the research group of Prof. Dr. Eva Lütkebohmert-Holtz with a broad range of research topics related to credit risk, option pricing and hedging, risk and portfolio management and the impact of climate risk on financial markets. The position has a teaching duty of 3 contact hours per week and candidates are expected to participate in the teaching program of the department.

Good English language skills are indispensable. Knowledge of German is not required but advantageous.

The University of Freiburg is an equal opportunity employer. Applications including a letter of motivation, CV with education details, list of publications, documentation of teaching experience and relevant certificates are welcome as early as possible. The review process will start on March 10th, 2025. The application deadline is March 31st, 2025.

Post-doctoral candidates should include two letters of reference submitted by the referees via EconJobMarket or send directly to eva.luetkebohmert@finance.uni-freiburg.de.

Applications should be submitted on EconJobMarket or send directly to:

Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg

Institute for Economic Research

Department of Quantitative Finance

Prof. Dr. Eva Lütkebohmert-Holtz

Rempartstr. 16

79098 Freiburg im Breisgau

or electronically to eva.luetkebohmert@finance.uni-freiburg.de.

Further information about the Department of Quantitative Finance can be found at

https://www.finance.uni-freiburg.de/