Phd candidate
Partially Remote (some attendance required)
50106 EUR
This is a minimum. Higher salaries are possible, depending on qualifications and experience. In Austria, monthly gross salaries are paid 14 times per year.
The Vienna Institute for International Economic Studies (wiiw) is a renowned institute with over 50 years of excellence in applied economic research. To strenghten our Macro Group, we are hiring an Economist who is especially supposed to work on a new project on the distributional and employment effects of fiscal policy.
Main Tasks
- Widen our expertise on fiscal policy and its macroeconomic implications in Europe as part of a growing research group
- Do applied empirical research in the context of a new project on the distributional and employment effects of fiscal policy
- Develop and conduct your own research in macroeconomics or fiscal policy
- Contribute to bringing our research findings into the public debate
Requirements
- Master’s degree or PhD in economics (or related fields of study; e.g. political economy)
- Pronounced interest in empirical research
- Skills in econometrics/quantitative research methods
- Previous research on macroeconomics or fiscal policy is desirable but not strictly necessary
- Excellent command of English
- High capacity for teamwork
- Interest in economic policy debates
- Language skills in German are not required but helpful
What we offer
- A collaborative and inclusive work environment, with a commitment to continuous learning and professional development
- Flexible working times and home office opportunities
- A dynamic and international research environment with good working conditions
- Travel and public speaking opportunities at scientific conferences
- The chance to make a meaningful impact on economic research in Europe
- Living and working in one of the most liveable cities in the world
Closing date for applications: 23rd February 2025
Start: May 2025
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis as they are received. Potential invitations for job interviews may be issued before the application deadline.
Initially, the contract will be for a fixed term of 24 months, but the appointment could be made permanent (subject to a satisfactory probationary period). Monthly remuneration (14 times per year), for a 40-hour week, will be € 3.579,- gross or above, depending on qualifications and experience.
We support workforce diversity as a key to innovation and success and are committed to offering equal opportunities to all.
Please submit your application, including your CV and cover letter, via our online application form.
