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Call for Applications 2026

The Bank of Finland's Research Unit invites applications for its Visiting Scholars Programme. We welcome applicants working in areas of interest to the Bank, particularly macroeconomics, monetary policy, and financial stability.

Timing and duration

Visits in 2026 may take place anytime between February and December, excluding July due to the holiday season. Visits typically last one to two weeks. Visiting Scholars are expected to stay with the Research Unit for the full duration of their visit.

Eligibility

We invite scholars from academia, central banks, and other policy institutions. Applicants should hold a doctoral degree in Economics or Finance at the time of application and be active researchers. Preference will be given to applications that have the potential to develop into research collaboration with the Bank’s researchers.

Funding and accommodation

We reimburse a single round-trip economy class ticket to Helsinki. We offer a remuneration intended to cover accommodation and food expenses. For visitors unable to accept Bank of Finland remuneration, these arrangements are negotiable, for example, we can cover the accommodation costs directly.

Engagement with the Research Unit

Visiting Scholars are encouraged to actively participate in the Research Unit’s academic life, including attending research seminars, events, and presenting their own work.

Application instructions

Applications must be submitted via the online form

https://suomenpankki.rekrytointi.com/paikat/?o=A\_RJ&jgid=1&jid=1619

For inquiries, please contact vp.research (at) bof.fi

Deadline: October 5, 2025

Selected applicants will be notified by the end of October 2025.

Permanent link

https://www.suomenpankki.fi/en/research/visiting-programmes/research-unit-visiting-scholars-programme/

Future calls for applications

The Visiting Scholars Programme is typically announced annually. The next call is expected in fall 2026.

Additional information

Please note that the Visiting Scholars Programme of the Research Unit is separate from, and has a different thematic focus than, the Visiting Researchers Programme organized by the Bank of Finland Institute for Emerging Economies (BOFIT). For the BOFIT programme, please see https://www.bofit.fi/en/visiting-researchers-programme/bofit-visiting-researchers-programme/

To apply, visit https://suomenpankki.rekrytointi.com/paikat/?o=A_RJ&jgid=1&jid=1619. (See posting for details.)

The Strategy Development Division (SDV) of the Office of Strategic Planning and Development Effectiveness (SPD) at the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) is looking for Applied Economists (or professionals in related areas) to work in Washington DC, with expertise in impact evaluation and research in development contexts in at least one of the following areas: social protection, health, education, labor markets and pensions, migration, firms, technology, capital markets, transport, water and sanitation, agriculture, rural development, climate, environment and natural resource management, energy, citizen security, reform of the state and fiscal management

Consultants that have worked in this capacity in the division have moved on to staff positions at the IDB, World Bank, academic institutions, or government positions. You will be expected to maintain an active development-oriented research agenda and will be part of a highly dynamic and intellectually challenging environment with opportunities for research collaboration and generating publishable work in peer-reviewed journals.

Requirements: minimum a master’s degree in economics, Natural Resource and Agricultural Economics, Statistics, Public Policy, International Development, Demography or related field. A Doctoral degree is highly preferable. At least five years of relevant professional and academic experience in program evaluation, applied economics and development economics, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Role: contribute to the development effectiveness activities of the division by (i) working on the design and implementation of impact evaluations and other development effectiveness studies of IDB’s operations; (ii) participating in the preparation of reports related to development effectiveness; (iii) participating in the review of projects in the preparation, execution, and completion stages; (iv) contributing in a range of technical and sector topics.

To apply, visit https://jobs.iadb.org/job/Development-Effectiveness-and-Impact-Evaluation-Consultant/1937-en_US/. (See posting for details.)

The Department of Economics at Université Laval invites applications for a position in microeconomics or econometrics. The expected starting date is June 1, 2026, and is subject to institutional approval. Candidates should have or be near the point of completing a Ph.D. and will demonstrate a strong potential for state-of-the-art academic research and teaching excellence both at the graduate and undergraduate levels.

Valuing diversity, Université Laval encourages all qualified individuals to apply, particularly women, visible and ethnic minorities, aboriginal persons, and persons with disabilities but priority will be given to Canadians and Canadian permanent residents. To promote equity and excellence, the selection committee will take into account any career interruptions experienced by applicants. Applicants are invited to share the circumstances of any career interruptions and explain how these have impacted their career path.

Université Laval is located in Quebec City, a UNESCO World Heritage site and the second-largest metropolitan area in the province of Quebec after Montreal. It offers a rich cultural environment, a robust economy, access to outdoor activities and an outstanding quality of life with one of the lowest crime rates in North America. With over 40,000 students, Université Laval is one of the leading research universities in Canada. Our department has a long tradition of excellence in research and teaching and has an active Ph.D. program. Applicants should be aware that French is the language of instruction at Université Laval.

Criteria:

• Excellent potential for research
• Excellent teaching for our programs in economics and related multidisciplinary programs
• Ability to teach in French within a reasonable timeframe

Applications must include a letter of motivation, a CV, three reference letters as well as samples of research papers (including a job market paper) and should be submitted at econjobmarket.org or, if not possible, by e-mail to Stephen Gordon, Chair, at direction@ecn.ulaval.ca with ECN22343 as the subject of the email. Please explicitly indicate in your letter if you are a Canadian or a Canadian permanent resident. The application deadline is November 30, 2025.

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Further information is available at www.fss.ulaval.ca/economique

The Munk School of Global Affairs & Public Policy in the Faculty of Arts and Science at the University of Toronto invites applications for a full-time tenured position in Climate Policy Innovation. The appointment will be at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor, with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2026.

Candidates must hold a PhD in a social science discipline and have a clearly demonstrated record of excellence in research and teaching in the area of climate-related policy. Candidates will have an established international reputation and will be expected to sustain and lead innovative and independent research, and to maintain an outstanding, competitive, and externally funded research program.

The successful candidate, upon formally accepting the offer of a full-time faculty position, will be considered for appointment to the Lawson Chair in Climate Policy Innovation for a five-year term, which will be renewable following a favourable review. As an internationally recognized scholar in climate-related policy, the Chair will play a critical role in the Lawson Climate Institute, working with the institute leadership to drive solutions-oriented research and impactful engagement related to climate policy. As the Lawson Chair in Policy Innovation the candidate will:

• Share insights with the public through news sources and popular media
• Collaborate with, and build, the community of LCI Scholars and Chairs
• Represent U of T in creating and joining international scholarly partnerships
• Connect with, inform, and convene municipal, provincial, national and international policy makers.
• Enable measurable improvements for communities, industry, academia and government.

Candidates must provide evidence of research excellence which can be demonstrated by a record of sustained high-impact contributions and publications in top-ranked and field relevant journals, the submitted research statement, presentations at significant conferences, awards and accolades, and other noteworthy activities that contribute to the visibility and prominence of the discipline, as well as strong endorsements from referees. Candidates must also provide evidence of their research impact via policy, industry and/or civil society.

Evidence of excellence in teaching will be provided through teaching accomplishments, the teaching dossier submitted as part of the application (with required materials outlined below), as well as strong letters of reference.

Salary and rank will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

All qualified candidates are invited to apply online by clicking the link below. Applicants must submit a cover letter; a current curriculum vitae; a research statement outlining current and future research interests; one recent publication; and a teaching dossier which includes a teaching statement, sample course materials, and teaching evaluations.

Equity, diversity and inclusion are essential to academic excellence as articulated in University of Toronto’s Statement on Equity, Diversity and Excellence. We seek candidates who share these values and who demonstrate throughout the application materials their commitment and efforts to advance equity, diversity, inclusion, and the promotion of a respectful and collegial learning and working environment.

Applicants must provide the name and contact information of three references. The Department will request letters of recommendation from references at a later stage of the search process.

Submission guidelines can be found at http://uoft.me/how-to-apply. Your CV and cover letter should be uploaded into the dedicated fields. Please combine additional application materials into one or two files in PDF/MS Word format. If you have any questions about this position, please contact munkschool.academic@utoronto.ca.

All application materials, including names and contact information of references, must be received by October 22, 2025.

Preference will be given to candidates who self-identify as Indigenous. Recognizing that there are a variety of terms that potential candidates may use to self-identify, the University uses the term “Indigenous” in this search, which forms part of the U of T Response to Canada’s Truth and Reconciliation Commission, to encompass the people of Turtle Island, including those who identify as First Nations, Métis, Inuk (Inuit), Alaska Native, Native American, and Native Hawaiian people.

The University of Toronto has adopted the AAU Principles on Preventing Sexual Harassment in Academia, including the requirement that applicants release personnel information from prior employers regarding sexual misconduct. Full details and requirements can be found here.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Diversity Statement:

The University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of our global community. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening our academic mission.

As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For more information, please see http://uoft.me/UP.

Accessibility Statement

The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission.

The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities.

If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact uoft.careers@utoronto.ca.

To apply, please click here

To apply, visit https://jobs.utoronto.ca/job/Toronto-Associate-ProfessorProfessor-Lawson-Chair-in-Climate-Policy-Innovation-ON/594178317/. (See posting for details.)