Postdoctoral Researcher

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Zürich, Zürich, Schweiz Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule Zürich Vollzeit
Postdoctoral Researcher - Public Economics: Digital Economics and Public Policy

The Chair of Public Economics at D-MTEC invites applications for a postdoctoral position. The group's main focus is on theoretical and empirical research in the area of public economics, such as corporate taxation, fiscal federalism, and public economy aspects of the digital economy.

The successful applicant is expected to work on issues related to the regulation of digital platforms and taxation of their activities. Potential topics include:

  • Taxation of digital products, two-sided markets, and network goods
  • Privacy and public policy
  • Value creation and taxation of corporate profits in the digital economy
  • The effect of the digital economy on tax competition
  • Artificial intelligence and fiscal systems

The work might be based on theoretical modelling and/or empirical analysis. The research will ideally combine insights from economics and computer science.

Profile

Applicants should hold a PhD in Economics with a strong economic basis and should show interest in the topics of the research program. The preferred candidate has demonstrated potential to conduct high-quality research, ideally by having some papers under revision or even accepted for publication in refereed international journals. The successful applicant is expected to independently conduct academic and policy-relevant research and contribute to ongoing research projects of the group. Excellent command of English is required.

WorkplaceWe offer

ETH Zurich is a family-friendly employer with excellent working conditions. You can look forward to an exciting working environment, cultural diversity, and attractive offers and benefits.

In line with our values, ETH Zurich encourages an inclusive culture. We promote equality of opportunity, value diversity, and nurture a working and learning environment in which the rights and dignity of all our staff and students are respected.

Curious? So are we.

We look forward to receiving your online application including:

  • CV
  • University transcripts
  • Two academic references
  • Copy of the PhD thesis and/or academic papers

The expected starting date is spring 2025 or later. The review of applications will start in February 2025 and will continue as long as the job profile is advertised. Please apply exclusively via the online application portal.

For further information about the Chair of Public Economics, please visit our website. Please direct questions regarding the position to Prof. Marko Köthenbürger at koethenbuerger@ethz.ch (no applications).

ETH Zurich is one of the world's leading universities specializing in science and technology. We are renowned for our excellent education, cutting-edge fundamental research, and direct transfer of new knowledge into society.

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