PhD position
The Institute of Economics and Law at the University of Stuttgart is seeking a PhD student / Research Associate (m/f/d) for the Political Economy of Global Development Lab
Your Tasks:
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Independent scientific research in the lab’s research areas with the goal of completing your
PhD in Economics. - Presenting research results at international conferences.
- Collaborating in international research projects.
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Participating in PhD courses (Doctoral Program in Economics at the University of
Hohenheim) and summer schools. - Teaching tutorials (3 semester hours per week, good German language skills required).
Your Profile:
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An above-average university degree (Master’s or Diploma) in Economics or a related
quantitative field (e.g., Data Science, Political Science/Public Policy). -
Interest in topics in one or more of the following areas: economic inequality, fairness and
justice views, political economy, and/or development economics. -
Excellent knowledge of empirical methods/econometrics and experience with statistical
software (e.g., Stata, R, Python). - Very good command of English, both written and spoken.
Application deadline: June 18, 2024
Postdoc Position
The Institute of Economics and Law at the University of Stuttgart is seeking an Assistant Professor (fixed-term) / Research Associate (m/f/d) for the Political Economy of Global Development Lab.
Your Tasks:
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Independent scientific research in the lab’s research areas with the aim of further
qualification. - Publication of research in high-ranking international peer-reviewed journals.
- Presentation of research results at international conferences, workshops, and seminars.
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Participation in or independent application for and implementation of third-party funded
projects. - Establishment of research collaborations.
- Participation in organizing workshops.
- Teaching (4 semester hours per week, good German language skills required).
Your Profile:
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An outstanding PhD in Economics or a related quantitative field (e.g., Data Science, Political
Science/Public Policy). -
Excellent knowledge of empirical methods (e.g., applied microeconometrics and/or machine
learning) and/or experimental methods (e.g., lab and field experiments and/or survey design). -
Interest in topics in one or more of the following areas: economic inequality, concepts of
fairness and justice, political economy, and/or development economics. - Ability to work independently, good organizational skills, and high motivation.
- Very good command of English, both written and spoken.
- International experience is an advantage.
Application deadline: June 18, 2024
