Postdoctoral position in Economics

Linnéuniversitetet / Högskolejobb / Växjö
2017-07-06
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Welcome to Linnaeus University! A place for knowledge, ideas and development. For growth potential and a belief in the future. In Småland and in the world.

The School of Business and Economics consists of the subjects Business Administration, Business Informatics, Economics, Statistics, Law and Tourism.

An innovative and interdisciplinary approach inspired by curiosity is encouraged.

The Department of Economics and Statistics seeks one Postdoctoral researcher in Economics to be affiliated with the Linnaeus University Centre for Discrimination and Integration Studies.

Field of subject for the position

At the department for Economics and Statistics teaching and research is performed at all levels. The research in Economics mainly focuses on the areas of labor economics and public economics. Many researchers in the department are connected to the Linnaeus University Centre of Discrimination and Integration Studies, which is a principal inter-disciplinary research environment at Linnaeus University combining researchers in the areas of labor economics, public economics, political science and social psychology. More information about the center can be found at: https://lnu.se/forskning/sok-forskning/linnaeus-university-centre-for-discrimination-and-integration-studies/.

Placement

Växjö

Extent and period

The position is for two years, 100%.

Starting date of the position: As soon as possible, but latest 1st of January 2018.



Context of position

The work tasks consist mainly of research within Economics. You are expected to take an active part in the department's work both internally and externally.

The position consists of 80% research and 20 % of teaching and/or administrative duties. In addition, there are funds available for expenses.



Qualification requirements

Qualified for appointment is the one who holds a Swedish Doctor's Degree, or a foreign degree equivalent to a PhD, and has completed her/his degree no more than three years before the application deadline.

Applicants must not have previously been employed as a postdoctoral fellow for more than a year in the same or related subject area at Linnaeus University.

Excellent knowledge of English is required.

Assessment criteria


Potential for a successful career as a researcher and teacher in Economics.


Ability to work in a team, collaboration skills.


Documented experience of research in areas related to our research areas.

Further information

Head of department Lars Behrenz, lars.behrenz@lnu.se or +46 (0) 722-165108.

Human Resource Consultant Leif Eriksson, leif.eriksson@lnu.se or +46 (0)480-446028.

Associate Professor Spencer Bastani, spencer.bastani@lnu.se or +46 (0)470 70 84 32

Union representatives may be contacted via the university switchboard at +46 (0) 772-288000.

Application

The application (in English) should contain a CV, documentation of grades and courses in the PhD program, the names of two academic references (with telephone number and e-mail), a brief description of past and current research projects, a personal letter (max 1-2 pages), and any other documentation that the applicant would like to present. The deadline for the application is September 1st, 2017. Reference nr 2017/3986-2.2.1.

Linnaeus University has the ambition to utilize the qualities that an even gender distribution and diversity brings to the organization.

Please apply by clicking on the "Apply" button at the bottom of the ad. The credentials you invoke must be verified with certification and they must be attached digitally in your application. The application and other documents to be marked with the reference number. All documents cited must be received by the University no later than 24.00 on the closing day.

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Publiceringsdatum
2017-07-06

Ersättning
Månadslön

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Företag
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Adress
Linnéuniversitetet
Linnéuniversitetet
35195 Växjö
35195 Växjö

Kontorsadress
Linnéuniversitetet
35195 Växjö

Jobbnummer
3593324

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