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The Department of Economics at INSTITUT POLYTECHNIQUE DE PARIS has 3 openings at the ranks of Assistant Professor and Associate Professor. We welcome applications from all fields in economics. Candidates must demonstrate excellence in research and teaching, or the promise of it. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Successful candidates will be part of CREST (https://crest.science/), a research group composed of about 50 economists, as well as scholars in Statistics, Quantitative Sociology, and Finance, offering a rich and stimulating research environment.

The Institut Polytechnique de Paris is one of France’s most prestigious higher-education institutions in science and engineering. It is composed of École polytechnique, ENSAE Paris, ENSTA Paris, Télécom Paris, Télécom SudParis and ENPC.

One Assistant Professor position (tenure track) will be opened at ENSAE Paris. For this position applicants in Econometrics are sought.

One Assistant Professor position (tenured) will be opened at Telecom Paris for a junior researcher in Digital Economics and Industrial Organization.

Finally, for the third position, we seek applicants at either Assistant Professor (tenure track) or Associate Professor (tenured) level. All fields of Economics will be considered. This position will be opened at Ecole Polytechnique.

Note that knowledge of French is NOT required for any of the three positions.

The Department of Economics at Institut Polytechnique de Paris embraces diversity and seeks candidates who will create a climate that attracts students of all backgrounds, nationalities and genders. Institut Polytechnique de Paris is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and educator. We strongly encourage women and underrepresented minorities to apply.

The Department of Economics is one of the largest departments within the Faculty of Social Sciences with approximately 100 employees from a dozen countries. Each year about 1,000 students participate in undergraduate (BA), graduate (MA) and PhD level courses. The research conducted at the department is mainly focused on labour economics, macroeconomics, political economics and public economics. Researchers at the department are frequently engaged as experts by the government and by the media, and interact with the society at large in a number of ways.

Duties
The duties consist of research, own and together with the participants, within the ongoing research project ”The Macroeconomy and High-Dimensional Heterogeneity on the Micro Level” financed by Riksbankens Jubileumsfond; see more here. Moreover, teaching at most 20% of the time is included in the position.

How to apply

The application must include a personal letter that clearly states the candidate's research interests, qualifications and relevant work experience (max 2 pages), CV, list of publications, copy of doctoral degree (if available) and contact information to three references. Please also inform us about any circumstances that may be relevant for the evaluation of your qualifications (such as parental-leave periods). The application must be written in English.

Please submit your application by 18 February 2026, UFV-PA 2026/302.

Apply here: Postdoctoral researcher in economics

To apply, visit https://uu.varbi.com/en/what:job/jobID:898817/. (See posting for details.)

ETH Zurich is pleased to announce openings for a postdoc in economics and data science. These positions offer an excellent opportunity to advance independent research within a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment at one of the world’s top research institutions.

About the Position: The postdoc will join the lab of Prof. Elliott Ash and contribute to lab projects while developing an independent research profile. The position is for an initial one-year appointment (flexible start date), with the expectation of renewal based on performance and mutual agreement. The candidate will build up a strong portfolio for subsequent transition to a tenure-track position within three years.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and participate in all phases of research, including project planning, data analysis, and manuscript preparation.
• Produce research and papers for presentation at conferences and publication at top-ranked economics journals.
• Supervise a research team building AI-based mobile apps for use in field experiments.
• Contribute to preparation of grant proposals, minimal teaching, and organizational duties, for example our annual Workshop in AI+Economics.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A PhD in Economics or a related field with an established research background.
• Excellent English writing skills.
• Strong skills in econometrics, causal inference, and research design for applied economics.
• Proficiency in applied data science -- AI, LLMs, NLP, ML -- using Python, Torch, and Huggingface.
• Experience with mobile app development and deployment, especially apps that use LLMs, recommender systems, or other algorithms.

Missing qualifications can be fulfilled before the start of the position.

Why ETH Zurich:

• Previous postdocs have gone on to tenure-track positions at Bocconi, Cambridge, and Paris School of Economics.
• Starting annual salary of 116K USD (at current exchange rates).
• Access plentiful research and travel funding.
• Collaborate with excellent PhD candidates and predocs.
• Join a vibrant, international research environment, including the University of Zurich, with English as the primary working language.

The Department of Economics at Aalto University invites applications for two postdoctoral fellowships starting in September 2026. The positions are in the economics of education, broadly defined. The duration of the fellowships is three years, with the possibility of extension to a fourth year. Applicants should hold a doctoral degree (or be near completion of the doctorate) in economics or a related field. Candidates will be evaluated based on their research achievements and engagement in the scientific community.

The positions are part of the Research Council of Finland’s flagship program Education for the Future (EDUCA). The program builds on ongoing large-scale randomized controlled trials and new infrastructure for conducting extensive assessments and surveys in schools, linked with rich administrative data. The fellows will join a vibrant community of researchers in Helsinki and beyond working on education and labor economics. We offer access to exceptional research networks and data, the opportunity to use our infrastructure for suitable new projects, and a competitive salary with a generous research budget. The fellows are given time and support to develop their own research agendas. In return, we expect them to be active members of the economics of education research group and the broader academic community, to participate in graduate student supervision, and to contribute to teaching by offering one six-week course per year or an equivalent combination of lectures, seminars, and supervision.

The Department of Economics at Aalto University (www.aalto.fi/en/department-of-economics) is the leading research-oriented economics unit in Finland. It is part of the Helsinki Graduate School of Economics (www.helsinkigse.fi), which brings together the economics faculty of Aalto University, the University of Helsinki, Hanken School of Economics, and Helsinki-based research institutes (particularly the VATT Institute for Economic Research). More information about the Economics of Education group is available at www.helsinkigse.fi/groups/economics-of-education.

Application procedure

Applications should be submitted electronically via the EconJobMarket.org website by January 15, 2026. 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. All application materials should be submitted in English. Virtual first-round interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis starting in mid-January 2026.

Aalto University reserves the right, for justified reasons, to leave one or more positions unfilled or to extend the application period. The university is committed to equal opportunity, diversity, and inclusion, and encourages applications from all qualified candidates.

Further information

• Research/position inquiries: Associate Professor Matti Sarvimäki (matti.sarvimaki@aalto.fi)
• Recruitment process: HR Partner Hanna Multisilta (+358 50 448 3384, hanna.multisilta@aalto.fi)

The Salata Institute for Climate and Sustainability at Harvard University, in conjunction with the Harvard Faculty of Arts and Sciences, is pleased to announce that it is seeking applications from highly qualified candidates who are interested in working on the economics and policy of decarbonizing surface transportation as a postdoctoral fellow. The ideal candidate will have research experience in the economics of the auto market, especially electric vehicles.

The position will be under the supervision of Professor James Stock and Dr. Elaine Buckberg, and it will be housed in the multidisciplinary Salata Institute for Climate and Sustainability at Harvard University. The position is part of a program at the Institute on Expediting the EV Transition. The position includes a competitive salary and Harvard University benefits. Hiring will be for one year with potential extension for a second year.

Responsibilities. The Postdoctoral Fellow will work closely with the project director and collaborators to conduct rigorous, high-quality public policy and economics research on EVs and EV charging. Fellows will participate in research for the project and will also have time for independent, complementary research. Fellows will be involved in all stages of the research. Responsibilities will include―but are not limited to―conceptualizing and conducting statistical/econometric analyses, developing conceptual models, programming following best practices for reproducible research, summarizing and presenting findings, and co-authoring manuscripts.

Compensation. The salary for this position is $85,000. The candidate will also receive a $3,000 research allowance, and, if needed, a $2,500 relocation allowance. This position will be eligible for Harvard University’s subsidized, comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and other benefits.

The Salata Institute for Climate and Sustainability is a new, University-wide Institute at Harvard. The activities of the Institute include research and public engagement on pressing climate change issues, with a focus on applied work that leverages Harvard’s strengths to drive real-world progress on pressing climate challenges. Those challenges include the transition of the energy sector to a net-zero future. The candidate will be in close physical proximity to others working actively on the energy transition and to other postdoctoral fellows housed at and near the Salata Institute.

Please view further details and submission instructions here: https://academicpositions.harvard.edu/postings/15657

To apply, visit https://academicpositions.harvard.edu/postings/15657. (See posting for details.)

The Stockholm School of Economics invites applications for a post doctoral scholar in the field of economics of education at the Department of Economics

This post doc will work with Associate Professor Abhijeet Singh and coauthors on projects funded by his European Research Council Starting grant (EDINCLUSION). This research agenda focuses on improving education systems in India with an emphasis on school markets, learning, and social inclusion. Experience with empirical methods in the economics of education is an advantage: this can include, e.g., one or more of experiment design, survey design, program evaluation or structural modelling (e.g. in models of school choice or achievement production functions).

The objective for this position is to coauthor high quality journal articles. There is no teaching associated with the position and the post doc will also have time to advance solo-authored projects. The postdoc will be embedded in an active research environment at the Department of Economics and, especially, with vibrant research groups in development economics and applied microeconomics. Some field travel to India is expected.

The target start date for the position is September 1, 2026 and can be between 11-22 months, subject to mutual agreement at the beginning of the contract. A one-year postdoc may suit candidates that will (or plan to) begin a tenure-track assistant professor position at another institution in fall 2027. A 22-month postdoc may suit candidates who plan to apply for tenure track positions in the 2027-28 job market cycle. The position is not suitable for candidates who are more than three years past the completion of their doctoral degree at the time of starting the contract.

Salary: 45 000 SEK per month (before tax).

Qualified candidates should have completed a doctoral degree or equivalent by the start of the position.

To be considered for the position, candidates must submit: CV, job market paper and 3 letters of recommendation. The deadline for submitting applications is February 15, 2026 (review and selection of applications may start earlier).

Please direct any questions about the nature of the position to: Associate Professor Abhijeet Singh, Email: abhijeet.singh@hhs.se

About the Stockholm School of Economics

The Stockholm School of Economics is ranked as the top business school in the Nordic and Baltic countries and enjoys a strong international reputation. World-class research forms the foundation of our educational offering, which includes Bachelor, Master, PhD, MBA, and Executive Education programs. Through creativity and collaboration, the Stockholm School of Economics provides an environment where ambitious students and accomplished researchers meet to address contemporary challenges within business and economics, particularly those concerning sustainability, diversity and innovation. Apart from delivering world-class education in business and economics, SSE students are trained to be successful decision-makers and leaders of the future.

SSE is committed to a balanced gender distribution and values a variety of backgrounds and experiences among our employees. We therefore welcome all applicants regardless of their gender, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, disability, sexual orientation, age, or religion or other beliefs.

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Location of job: Sveavagen 65, Stockholm, Sweden, 113 83, Sweden

Degree required: Doctorate

Job start date: 2026-09-01

Job duration: 12-22 months

Salary: 45,000 SEK per month (before tax)

Letters of reference required: 3

Interviews: Interviews will be conducted remotely by video

Application deadline: 15 Feb 2026 midnight UTC

The Department of Economics in the Faculty of Arts and Sciences at the American University of Beirut (AUB) invites applications for one tenure-track faculty position at the assistant professor level to begin in the Fall semester of the 2026-27 academic year (August 2026).

AUB is a teaching-centered research university with a commitment to liberal arts education. Founded in 1866, its mission is to produce and deliver high-quality knowledge and to contribute to the well-being and development of the population of Lebanon and the West Asia and North Africa region.

We encourage candidates from all fields of Economics to apply. Successful candidates will teach courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels and should be committed to research and teaching of the highest quality. The teaching load is four courses per year. The language of instruction is English. Candidates must have a PhD in Economics by the time of appointment. The initial appointment is for a period of four years to allow for a mid-tenure review.

Interested candidates should provide:
- Cover letter
- Research statement
- Teaching statement
- Curriculum vitae
- Job market paper
- Three letters of reference should be uploaded directly by the referees through Interfolio.

Application materials must be submitted through Interfolio at the following link: https://apply.interfolio.com/177092

Review of applications will begin January 2, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled.

AUB is an equal opportunity employer.

To apply, visit https://apply.interfolio.com/177092. (See posting for details.)

The Stockholm School of Economics invites applications for a post doc in the field of experimental economics at the Department of Economics

The position is a one-year post doc, with the option for an additional 10 months, in the field of experimental economics. The post doc will work together with Professor Anna Dreber and coauthors on projects related to experimental economics, including lab-in-the-field experiments in development contexts. The postdoc will work on designing, implementing and analyzing lab-in-the-field experiments across several developing-country settings. The post doc should have experience with field or lab-in-the-field experiments, ideally in low- or middle-income-country contexts, and the postdoc should be willing to spend some time at field sites. The objective is to coauthor high quality journal articles. The post doc will also have time for their own projects. There is no teaching associated with the position.

The position starts September 1, 2026.

Salary: 45 000 SEK per month (before tax).

Qualified candidates should have completed a doctoral degree or equivalent by the start of the position.

To be considered for the position, candidates must submit: CV, job market paper and 3 letters of recommendation. The deadline for submitting applications is February 15, 2026 (review and selection of applications may start earlier).

Please direct any questions about the nature of the position to: Professor Anna Dreber, anna.dreber@hhs.se

About the Stockholm School of Economics

The Stockholm School of Economics is ranked as the top business school in the Nordic and Baltic countries and enjoys a strong international reputation. World-class research forms the foundation of our educational offering, which includes Bachelor, Master, PhD, MBA, and Executive Education programs. Through creativity and collaboration, the Stockholm School of Economics provides an environment where ambitious students and accomplished researchers meet to address contemporary challenges within business and economics, particularly those concerning sustainability, diversity and innovation. Apart from delivering world-class education in business and economics, SSE students are trained to be successful decision-makers and leaders of the future.

SSE is committed to a balanced gender distribution and values a variety of backgrounds and experiences among our employees. We therefore welcome all applicants regardless of their gender, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, disability, sexual orientation, age, or religion or other beliefs.

Predoctoral Research Associate in Economics at the Chair of Globalization and Labor Markets

Predoctoral Research Associate in Economics

at the Chair of Globalization and Labor Markets, University of Zurich

The Department of Economics of the University of Zurich invites applications for the position of a Full-Time Predoctoral Research Associate in Economics. The Research Associate receives an appointment of up to 2 years at the Department of Economics and will work closely with Prof. David Dorn.

The position offers an opportunity to gain first-hand experience in developing cutting-edge empirical research. It will support research projects on labor markets, globalization, technological change, and political economy.

Specific responsibilities include obtaining, organizing and cleaning data, analysing data using statistical software, presenting results, and writing documentation and reports. See www.ddorn.net for past research projects and data outputs.

Job Qualifications:

• Experience: Candidates should have hands-on experience with statistical software, ideally including Stata and possibly Matlab or R. Formal post-undergraduate professional experience is not required.
• Education: This position requires a Master’s degree in economics or in a related discipline like social sciences, public policy, mathematics or statistics. Training in microeconomics, econometrics, and statistics is required.
• Communication: Good oral and written communication skills in English. Knowledge of German is not required.
• Time Management: Proven ability to handle several different projects/tasks at one time, successfully complete tasks assigned, and meet deadlines. A willingness to work hard, be self-motivated and learn will be essential for doing well in this position.
• Citizenship: Both EU citizens and non-EU citizens are welcome to apply.

The Pre-Doc is a full-time position with a flexible start date in the summer/fall of 2026 and end date in summer 2028. It offers a competitive salary. The successful candidate will join a motivated team of young researchers in Zurich who work in a dynamic environment that offers frequent interaction with other research assistants, PhD students, faculty members, and access to seminar series (see www.econ.uzh.ch/en/eventsandseminars.com). Alumni of the University of Zurich’s Pre-Doc program have subsequently gone on to prestigious PhD programs in Europe and the United States.

The application should include the following: motivation letter, CV, and academic transcripts from past and current studies. Applicants should also arrange for two reference letters, ideally written by supervisors of past research-related activities.

The binding deadline for applications is February 1st 2026, and reference letters should be received by February 5th 2026.

Any necessary inquires can be directed to economicsrecruiting@econ.uzh.ch.

Apply here

To apply, visit https://www.facultyhiring.oec.uzh.ch/position/54394882. (See posting for details.)