Postdoctoral researcher in Economics
Örebro universitet / Samhällsvetarjobb / Örebro
2026-03-17
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Subject area
The subject area for this position is economics.
Fields of specialization: Labour Economics - AI and the Economy; Econometrics - Structural and Applied Microeconometrics
Background
For a research project within the Swedish research cluster "AI, Structural Change and the Future of Work" (AISCAF), we are looking for a postdoctoral researcher. The project studies AI's effects on productivity, work organisation, and labour market outcomes, combining causal inference with economic modelling. We use novel and comprehensive micro-level data, including administrative registers and alternative data sources such as digital platform data.
The position is at the cluster node at Örebro University, specifically at the university's research environment "Economics and Statistics" (E&S). E&S is a dynamic environment for research in economics and statistics, with links to computer science. The environment consists of approximately 35 researchers. Research includes, for example, the areas of labour markets, wellbeing and welfare, macro-financing, globalisation and econometrics.
The position is specifically at the AI-Econ Lab at Örebro University (
https://www.ai-econlab.com) - an international and interdisciplinary research lab that focuses on the structural transformation of organisations and work related to AI. The research is mainly empirical and benefits from rich data sources, including high-quality linked employer-employee administrative registers, own surveys, and new sources of data. The researchers are often consulted as experts by government, other organisations and media, and actively cooperate with society. The lab is linked to Örebro University's major investment in both interdisciplinary and core research in AI, for example at the Center for AI, Robotics, and Cybersecurity (ARC), the AI Impact Lab, which is one of the nodes of the Swedish national AI center, and at the reputable Center for Applied Autonomous Sensor Systems (AASS).
Duties and responsibilities
The appointment as a postdoctoral researcher is intended to enable persons who have recently been awarded their doctoral degree to consolidate and develop primarily their research skills. The research will be pursued within the interdisciplinary research cluster "AI, Structural Change and the Future of Work" (AISCAF), which is funded by WASP-HS.
The Wallenberg AI, Autonomous Systems and Software Program - Humanity and Society (WASP-HS) is a national research program in Sweden. The vision of WASP-HS is to foster novel interdisciplinary knowledge in the humanities and social sciences about AI and autonomous systems and their impact on human and social development. WASP-HS enables cutting edge research, expertise, and competence building in the humanities and social sciences.
To read more about AISCAF, see the job advertisement in its entirety:
https://www.oru.se/english/career/available-positions/job/?jid=20260061The duties involve the full research process: exploiting novel data sources, designing and conducting quantitative analyses of AI's microeconomic effects using both structural and reduced-form methods, and writing or co-authoring manuscripts for high-quality scientific journals. The duties include working both independently and in collaboration with the responsible project manager and cluster node leader, as well as with other researchers in the cluster. You are also expected to actively contribute to the research environment at the lab. The position does not include teaching obligations.
Qualifications and assessment criteria
To see the job advertisement in its entirety visit:
https://www.oru.se/english/career/available-positions/job/?jid=20260061Information
This is a fixed-term full-time position for two years. The planned start is autumn 2026. At Örebro University, salary depends on the successful candidate's qualifications and experience.
For more information about the position, contact associate professor Magnus Lodefalk, +46 722 21 73 40, email:
magnus.lodefalk@oru.se.
At Örebro University, we expect each member of staff to be open to development and change; take responsibility for their work and performance; demonstrate a keen interest in collaboration and contribute to development; as well as to show respect for others by adopting a constructive and professional approach.
Örebro University actively pursues equal opportunities and gender equality as well as a work environment characterized by openness, trust and respect. We value the qualities that diversity adds to our operations.
Application
The application is made online. Click the button "Apply" to begin the application procedure.
For the application to be complete, the following electronic documents must be included:
• Cover letter, outlining why you are applying for the position and how you believe you can contribute to the project, cluster and the continued development of Örebro University
• CV with a relevant description of your overall qualifications and experience
• 3 letters of reference
• Account of research qualifications and experience
• Transcripts of grades for relevant course/degree certificates and references verifying eligibility and criteria met
• Relevant scientific publications, including a clearly labeled "job market paper" (maximum of 10 and in full-text format)
Only documents written in Swedish, English, Norwegian and Danish can be reviewed.
More information for applicants will be found at out career site:
https://www.oru.se/english/working-at-orebro-university/jobs-and-vacancies/applicants-and-external-experts/Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed online or at Örebro University.
The application deadline is March 31st, 2026. We look forward to receiving your application!
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As directed by the National Archives of Sweden (Riksarkivet), we are required to deposit one file copy of the application documents, excluding publications, for a period of two years after the appointment decision has gained legal force.
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Arbetsgivare Örebro Universitet (org.nr 202100-2924)
Arbetsplats Örebro universitet
Jobbnummer 9803333