Postdoctoral researcher in Econometrics (m/f)

The University of Luxembourg
2721 Luxembourg - Luxembourg
S: TBC

The University of Luxembourg is a multilingual, international research university.

The Faculty of Law, Economics and Finance of the University of Luxembourg invites applications for a:
Postdoctoral researcher in Econometrics (m/f)
• Ref: F2-50003670 (to be mentioned in all correspondence)
• Fixed-term 24-months contract, extendable depending on the acquisition of external funding
• Full-time position (40 h/week)
• Foreseen starting date: June 1, 2020 (or later)
• Employee status

Your Role
• The post-doctoral researcher will be working within the Department of Economics and Management and is expected to contribute to research in the area of econometrics. We particularly encourage researchers in theoretical or applied econometrics with a strong interest in methodological issues.
• The main tasks include writing academic papers, participating actively in the life of the department. (e.g. seminars, workshops), and interacting with the Ph.D. candidates, especially within the empirical methods group.
• A contribution to teaching activities (up to 2 hours a week) is expected.
• The post-doctoral researcher will be under the supervision of Gautam Tripathi.

Your Profile
• PhD degree in Economics/Statistics (last 5 years) with a focus on econometrics.
• Very good English language skills.
• Willingness to work in an inter-cultural and international environment.
• Curiosity and self-motivation.

We offer
• Fully-funded position with a competitive salary.
• An exciting international and multilingual research environment.
• Personal work space at the University (full-time contracts require the candidate to work at the University premises).
• Gender-friendly workplace.

Further Information
Applications should be submitted online in English and should include the following:
• A detailed curriculum vitae.
• A motivation letter with a description of research interests and plans for the coming two years (2 pages max).
• Copies of three research papers or a copy of the PhD Thesis.
• Three letters of recommendation and questions about the position should be sent to tripathi@uni.lu

Link: http://emea3.mrted.ly/2epj7

Deadline for applications: 10 March 2020.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview starting from March 15, 2020.

The University of Luxembourg is an equal opportunity employer.

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