Financial Economics Research Specialist

vor 2 Wochen


St Gallen, Sankt Gallen, Schweiz University of St Vollzeit

About the Opportunity

The Institute of Insurance Economics at the University of St. Gallen is seeking a highly qualified PhD candidate to join our team on Financial Economics of Insurance. This position provides an excellent opportunity to develop valuable analytical skills and gain in-depth knowledge of diverse areas of financial economics of insurance, applicable to a broad spectrum of career paths, including academia, central banking, and the financial services industry.

Research Topics

  • Finance and insurance of extreme risks such as pandemic, cyber, and climate
  • Private equity ownership in insurance and investment of insurers in alternative assets
  • Insurance protection gaps and the structure of the global insurance market
  • Interconnection between insurers and banks, financial markets, and credit rating agencies

Your Profile

Candidates for this position are expected to enroll in the PhD program in Finance at the University of St. Gallen, a member of the Swiss Finance Institute. The candidate should possess the following qualifications:

  • Outstanding Master's degree in economics/finance or a related field from a leading university or business school
  • Strong interest in financial economics, risk management, and insurance
  • Demonstrated suitability to work on analytical problems and solid empirical analysis skills
  • Previous research experience in financial regulation, insurance, or banking-related environments is a definite plus
  • First practical experience in a profession closely related to financial intermediation and insurance management is a plus

Requirements

Please ensure that your degree matches the formal requirements to enroll in a PhD program at the University of St. Gallen: HSG - Uni SG - GPEF-Finance



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