PhD Scholarship in Finance: Join our vibrant research community as a PhD candidate in Finance, where you’ll delve into empirical research projects under the supervision of Prof. Vesa Pursiainen. This fully-funded opportunity offers a competitive salary and access to extensive databases and analytical tools. If you have a passion for conducting rigorous academic research in areas such as corporate finance, fintech, behavioral finance, and more, we encourage you to apply.
Study Area: Finance
Location: University of St. Gallen, Switzerland
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Completion of a Master’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., finance, economics, econometrics, computer science, etc.) by summer 2024.
- Strong interest in conducting high-quality academic research in relevant topic areas.
- Demonstrated analytical skills, including statistical analysis.
- Proficiency in programming and experience in handling large datasets.
Description: As a PhD candidate in Finance, you’ll be enrolled in our PhD program and undertake empirical research projects with a focus on areas such as corporate finance, banking, fintech, behavioral finance, and more. Under the guidance of Prof. Vesa Pursiainen, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research while also gaining valuable teaching and academic experience. Successful candidates will be hired as research assistants with a competitive salary and will have access to a rich array of resources to support their research endeavors.
How to Apply: To apply, please submit the following documents:
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Grade transcript(s)
- Writing sample (e.g., master’s thesis or term paper)
- Cover letter detailing your interest in specific topic areas
- Optional: Reference letters and GRE/GMAT scores (if available)
- Evidence of English language proficiency (can be provided later)
Please send your application to Prof. Vesa Pursiainen at vesa.pursiainen@unisg.ch, mentioning the job ID 1244 in the subject line.
Last Date: Applications must be received by September 1, 2024.
We eagerly anticipate receiving your application and welcoming you to our dynamic research community at the University of St. Gallen.
