Postdoctoral Researcher in the Economics of Inequality and Public Policy

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Zürich, Schweiz Universität Zürich Vollzeit
Department of EconomicsPostdoctoral Researcher in the Economics of Inequality and Public Policy 100 %

Start of employment 01.06.2025, temporary

The Department of Economics at the University of Zurich is a leading, world-renowned teaching and research center in the field of economics. With more than 300 members, it is known for its innovative work and is committed to a truly multidisciplinary approach, which combines modern economics with elements of history, political science, psychology, sociology, biology, and neuroscience.

Your responsibilities

The research focus of the position is on topics broadly related to the policy implications of rising inequality. The researcher will have the opportunity to be involved in Florian Scheuer's research agenda on tax policy and surrounding issues, funded by the PI's Swiss National Science Foundation (SNSF) Consolidator Grant on “Taxing Capital Gains.”

Your profile

Knowledge of German is not a requirement. Applicants should have a PhD degree in Economics before taking up the position. The appointment is initially for a one-year contract, which can be renewed.

Information on your application

Complete applications including a cover letter, CV, job market papers, and at least 3 letters of recommendation will be reviewed starting Nov 1st, 2024. Interviews will be conducted online subsequently.
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What we offer
  • Work-Life Balance
    • Flexible working models (such as part-time positions, mobile working, job-sharing)
    • Childcare at the kihz foundation of UZH and ETH
  • Learning and Development
    • Wide range of continuing education courses of UZH and the Canton of Zurich
    • Language Center run jointly with ETH Zurich
  • Food
    • Food and drinks at reduced prices in the UZH cafeterias
    • Lunch-Check-card with UZH contribution
  • Healthcare
    • Special conditions on the Academic Sports Association ASVZ
    • Free seasonal flu vaccinations
    • Rest and relaxation at the quiet room in the university tower
  • Discounts
    • Private traffic: Carsharing, rent a vehicle, parking space
    • Digitalization: Hardware, software, mobile phone subscriptions
    • Special conditions on hotel reservations
  • Conditions of Employment
    • Policies of the UZH
    • Most UZH staff are employed according to public law
  • International Services
    • Support for people from outside Switzerland
  • Campuses
    • Campuses Zurich City, Zurich Irchel, Oerlikon and Schlieren
    • Sites Zurich West, Old Botanical Garden, Botanical Garden and Lengg
Location

Department of Economics
Schönberggasse 1, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland

Further informationQuestions about the jobFlorian Scheuer
Chairman of the Department, ProfessorWorking at UZH

The University of Zurich, Switzerland's largest university, offers a range of attractive positions in various subject areas and professional fields. With around 10,000 employees and currently 12 professional apprenticeship streams, the University offers an inspiring working environment on cutting-edge research and top-class education. Put your talent and skills to work with us. Find out more about UZH as an employer

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