Predoctoral Position under the Supervision of Prof. Ana Costa-Ramón 70 %

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Zürich, Zürich, Schweiz Universität Zürich Vollzeit
Jacobs Center for Productive Youth Development
Predoctoral Position under the Supervision of Prof. Ana Costa-Ramón
70 % We invite applications for a predoctoral position under the supervision of Prof. Ana Costa-Ramón starting in Summer or Fall 2024 (flexible start date). This position provides opportunities for aspiring economists to gain research experience and develop their skills in a stimulating and supportive environment. Ongoing and future research projects study topics in the fields of labor economics, gender economics, and health economics.
Your responsibilities
  • Assist in the development and execution of research projects.
  • Conduct literature reviews, data collection, data visualization, and statistical analysis.
  • Prepare research findings for publication in leading academic journals.
Your profile
  • A bachelor's or master's degree in Economics, Statistics, or a related field.
  • Proficiency in Stata.
  • Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
What we offer
  • The possibility to join a vibrant environment and dynamic team of international researchers and the Zurich predoc program.
  • Opportunities to acquire skills necessary to conduct independent research in applied microeconomics.
  • Support during your PhD application process or non-academic job search.
  • A competitive salary in line with University of Zurich standards.
Place of work Zurich
Start of employment Summer / Fall 2024

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