Postdoc Positions in Economics: Tilburg University is offering exciting opportunities for PhD and Postdoc positions in the field of Economics. These roles are in collaboration with the Tilburg Sustainability Center and focus on empirical studies related to small energy users and the energy transition. Successful candidates will be part of prestigious projects aimed at making significant social impacts and publishing in top-tier journals.
Location: Tilburg, the Netherlands
Application Deadline: 24 June 2024
PhD and Postdoc Positions in Economics at Tilburg University
Summary Table
| Position | PhD or Postdoc in Economics |
|---|---|
| School | Tilburg School of Economics and Management (TiSEM) |
| Department | Economics, jointly with Tilburg Sustainability Center |
| Location | Tilburg, the Netherlands |
| Weekly Hours | 40 |
| Start Date | 1 September 2024 |
| Duration | PhD: 4 years; Postdoc: 2-4 years |
| Salary | PhD: €2,770 – €3,539/month; Postdoc: €3,226 – €5,929/month |
| Application Deadline | 24 June 2024 |
Location
Tilburg University, Tilburg, the Netherlands.
Eligibility/Qualification
General Requirements:
- Strong analytical and quantitative skills.
- Programming experience in R or Python.
- Motivation to combine rigorous research with social impact.
- Interest in sustainability and the energy transition.
For PhD Candidates:
- Academic Master’s or MPhil/Research Master’s degree in relevant fields.
- Excellent GPA (top 10% of class).
- Proficiency in English (IELTS 7.0, TOEFL 100 iBT, or equivalent).
- Solid quantitative background (24 ECTS in quantitative methods or recent GRE/GMAT score).
For Postdoc Candidates:
- Doctoral/PhD degree in Economics (completed by 1 September 2024).
- Demonstrated research experience through publications or conference presentations.
- Excellent English-language academic writing skills.
- Project management skills and experience in research collaborations.
Description
The positions are part of two major projects:
- Academic Collaborative Center for Climate and Energy: This project addresses climate and energy transition challenges in collaboration with governments, businesses, and civil society.
- Horizon Europe Project CircoMod: This EU project focuses on developing analytical and quantitative models for circular economy strategies.
Researchers will work on empirical studies of small energy users, dynamic pricing, energy contracts, and market responses to renewable energy supply. The roles include potential teaching tasks, supervised by leading economists and supported by a large group of environmental economists at Tilburg University.
How to Apply
Submit the following documents online by 24 June 2024:
- Motivation letter (specify if applying for PhD or Postdoc position).
- Curriculum vitae.
- Publication list.
- Research statement (max 2 pages).
- Teaching evaluations (if applicable).
- Examples of work.
- Contact details of at least two references.
Additional documents for PhD candidates:
- Official transcripts of BSc and MSc degrees.
- Copy of master thesis or relevant research output.
- Proof of English proficiency or request for exemption.
- Recent GRE or GMAT score (if applicable).
Address applications to Professor Reyer Gerlagh and submit them online.
For more information, contact Prof. Reyer Gerlagh at R.Gerlagh@tilburguniversity.edu.
Last Date to Apply
24 June 2024
Join Tilburg University to advance your academic career and contribute to impactful research in the field of economics and sustainability. Apply now and become part of a prestigious and supportive academic community.
