Job description
- Conduct independent research.
- Possibility to participate in various ongoing research projects.
- Core tasks include data preparation, econometric analysis, and drafting research papers.
- A smaller share of time is devoted to supporting teaching activities and administrative tasks.
Profile
- Master’s degree in economics at the time of appointment.
- Solid education in empirical (causal) methods is required; experience with Stata/R/Python is a strong asset.
- Demonstrate interest in public economics (broadly defined) and a strong potential for independent, high-quality research.
- Excellent written and oral English and working knowledge of French.
We offer
- Competitive working conditions and a stimulating academic environment in a research-active department.
- Access to doctoral courses, summer schools, and conferences, subject to project and budget constraints.
- Employment conditions follow University regulations, including social security coverage and pension benefits.
Application
Applications should be submitted as a single PDF file containing:
- Cover letter describing research interests and motivation
- Curriculum vitae
- Academic transcripts (undergraduate and graduate)
- GRE certificate with the test score (optional, but highly recommended)
- One academic writing sample (e.g., Master’s thesis or seminar paper)
- Two academic reference letters
Please send your application by email to Mrs. Ruth Neuhaus ([email protected]) with the subject “Application PhD Public Economics”. Review of applications will start mid-June and continue until the position is filled. For administrative questions, contact Ruth Neuhaus; for academic questions, contact Prof. Dr. Mark Schelker ([email protected]).
