Priority to submission before May 10th, 2019

We are recruiting 1 PhD (Doctoral Candidate) in Economics (m/f) 

    Ref: 50014080

    Starting date: September 1, 2019

 

The University of Luxembourg seeks to hire outstanding PhD Candidates. The doctoral researcher is expected to contribute to research projects related to the measurement of resilience, economic insecurity and its effects on individual behaviour. He/she is expected to contribute to the research project "FESI – Financial Strain and Economic Instability: Effects on Wellbeing and Behaviour over the Life Course" (FNR-funded) seehttps://www.fnr.lu/projects/financial-strain-and-economic-instability-effects-on-wellbeing-and-behaviour-over-the-life-course/

Applicants with particular interest in empirical research using birth cohort, panel survey or administrative data would be given a strong preference.

The doctoral researcher will be a member of the INSIDE research unit (Integrative Research Unit on Social and Individual Development) within the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences at the University of Luxembourg. He/she will work within the research group 'Economic and Social Well-being' lead by Prof. Conchita D'Ambrosio. He/she will enroll in the Doctoral School of Economics and Finance. 

 

For more information concerning this position, please contact Prof. Conchita D'Ambrosio (conchita.dambrosio@uni.lu)

 

Master's degree in Economics (quantitative or research training). Candidates should meet the eligibility requirements of the Doctoral School in Economics and Finance.

Excellent English language skills.

Willingness to work in an inter-cultural and international environment.

Curiosity and self-motivation.

 

Fully-funded position.

Regular personal exchanges with the supervisor and the members of the thesis committee, and a high-quality research environment.

An exciting international and multilingual research environment.

Personal work space at the University.

 

Applications submitted online, before May 10th, 2019 will be given priority. Applications in English should include the following:

    A detailed curriculum vitae.

    A motivation letter with a description of research interests.

    A transcript of concluded university studies.

    Contact details of two people willing to provide a letter of recommendation.

 

The University of Luxembourg is an equal opportunity employer.

 

To apply for the position visit: http://emea3.mrted.ly/25tlq