PhD in Economics

9 Feb 2024
Job Information

Organisation/Company

NTNU Norwegian University of Science and Technology

Department

NTNU - knowledge for a better world The Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) creates knowledge for a better world and solutions that can change everyday life. Department of Economics

Research Field

Economics » Applied economics
Economics » Economic policy
Economics » Econometrics

Researcher Profile

First Stage Researcher (R1)

Country

Norway

Application Deadline

15 Mar 2024 - 23:59 (Europe/Oslo)

Type of Contract

Temporary

Job Status

Full-time

Hours Per Week

37,5

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by an EU programme

Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Offer Description
This is NTNU

NTNU is a broad-based university with a technical-scientific profile and a focus in professional education. The university is located in three cities with headquarters in Trondheim.

At NTNU, 9,000 employees and 43,000 students work to create knowledge for a better world.

You will find more information about working at NTNU and the application process here.

About the job

Do you have a master’s degree in economics with excellent results and wish to immerse yourself in the subject through independent research? If yes, you might be the person we are looking for! 

The Department of Economics is looking for a committed, curious, and ambitious person for a three-year position as a PhD candidate. 

We aim to conduct research of high international quality within a range of topics in the field of Economics. Our main research profile is in the areas of applied microeconomics, such as public economics, political economy, and behavioral economics. Our research also includes environmental and resource economics, development economics, international economics, macro and financial economics. We are looking for candidates who wish to conduct research in one of the areas of research at the department .

We aim to conduct research of high international quality within a range of topics in the field of Economics. Our main research profile is in the areas of applied microeconomics, such as public economics, political economy, and behavioral economics. Our research also includes environmental and resource economics, development economics, international economics, macro and financial economics. We are looking for candidates who wish to conduct research in one of the areas of research at the department

Duties of the position

The main goals of the PhD position are competence building and research training, and you will be admitted to the PhD programme at the Faculty of Economics and Management. 

Your tasks as a PhD candidate will be to 

• conduct research 
• take part in an organized programme which includes high level training in relevant topics and research methodology 
• present you own research at national and international scientific conferences 
   

The Department of Economics aims to conduct research at a high international level. Contact with universities and researchers abroad is an important part of this, and we encourage our PhD candidates to spend one or two semesters abroad during their degree. 

Required selection criteria

In order to be qualified for this position you must 

• have completed (or be in the process of completing) a master’s degree or second degree (equivalent to 120 ECTS) in Economics or Financial Economics
• have a grade average of B or better according to NTNU’s grading scale 
• have completed a combination of subjects giving you solid methodological knowledge in econometrics 
• be proficient in English 
   

Master's students can apply, but the master's degree must be obtained and documented before starting the position.

The appointment is to be made in accordance with Regulations on terms of employment for positions such as postdoctoral fellow, Phd candidate, research assistant and specialist candidate  and Regulations concerning the degrees of Philosophiae Doctor (PhD) and Philosodophiae Doctor (PhD) in artistic research national guidelines for appointment as PhD, post doctor and research assistant 

Personal characteristics

It is demanding to complete a PhD. To manage this, it is advantageous if you are  

• able to work independently 
• able to set goals, make plans to reach these goals, and work hard to achieve them 
• inventive and creative 
• able to discuss preliminary results from your research, and take feedback from colleagues into account

A good working environment is important to us. Our work environment is characterized by an informal and friendly atmosphere and close collaboration between our employees. We are looking for a person who: 

• works from campus and participates in department activities such as lunch gatherings and weekly research seminars 
• takes part in academic discussions with colleagues 
• takes initiative to academic and social activities for the group of PhD candidates and the rest of the staff 
   

Emphasis will be placed on personal and interpersonal qualities.

We offer

As a PhD candidate you will receive

• exciting and stimulating tasks in a strong international academic environment
• an open and inclusive work environment  with dedicated colleagues
• to be part of a bigger group of PhD candidates at faculty level 
• to participate in international research conferences and build international networks
• favourable terms in the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund , which includes an occupational pension scheme, occupational injuries and group life insurance
• employee benefits

Salary and conditions

PhD candidates are remunerated from NOK 532 200 per annum before tax. From the salary, 2 % is deducted as a contribution to the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund and NOK 400 for funds for organizational development initiatives. 

The period of employment is 3 years full-time, with no teaching obligations. 

Appointment to a PhD position requires that you are admitted to the PhD programme in Economics and Management , within three months of employment, and that you participate in an organized PhD programme during the employment period.

The engagement is to be made in accordance with the regulations in force concerning State Employees and Civil Servants , and the acts relating to Control of the Export of Strategic Goods, Services and Technology. Candidates who by assessment of the application and attachment are seen to conflict with the criteria in the latter law will be prohibited from recruitment to NTNU. After the appointment you must assume that there may be changes in the area of work.

It is a prerequisite you can be present at and accessible to the institution daily.

About the application

Please submit your application electronically via jobbnorge.no with your CV, diplomas, and certificates. Applications submitted elsewhere will not be considered. The application deadline is Friday, 15 March, 2024. 

The application and supporting documentation to be used as the basis for the assessment must be in English or a Scandinavian language. 

Publications and other scientific work must be attached to the application. Please note that your application will be considered based solely on information submitted by the application deadline. You must therefore ensure that your application clearly demonstrates how your skills and experience fulfil the criteria specified above.

The application must include:

• CV and certificates
• Transcripts and diplomas for bachelor’s and master’s degrees (preferably from the Diploma Registry (Vitnemålsportalen ) if you have studied in Norway) 
• Research plan or project proposal (1-2 pages) 
• Academic works - published or unpublished - that you would like to be considered in the assessment (not your master's thesis). 
• Name and contact information of three referees

Documentation of a completed master's degree must be presented before starting the position.

Joint works will be considered. If it is difficult to identify your contribution to joint works, you must attach a brief description of your participation. 

If all, or parts, of your education has been taken abroad, we also ask you to attach documentation of the scope and quality of your entire education, both bachelor's and master's education, in addition to other higher education. Description of the documentation required can be found here . If you already have a statement from NOKUT, please attach this as well.

In the evaluation of which candidate is best qualified, emphasis will be placed on education, experience and personal and interpersonal qualities. Motivation, ambitions, and potential will also count in the assessment of the candidates. 

NTNU is committed to following evaluation criteria for research quality according to The San Francisco Declaration on Research Assessment - DORA.

General information

Working at NTNU

NTNU believes that inclusion and diversity is our strength. We want to recruit people with different competencies, educational backgrounds, life experiences and perspectives to contribute to solving our social responsibilities within education and research. We will facilitate for our employees’ needs.

NTNU is working actively to increase the number of women employed in scientific positions and has a number of resources to promote equality.  

The city of Trondheim is a modern European city with a rich cultural scene. Trondheim is the innovation capital of Norway with a population of 200,000. The Norwegian welfare state, including healthcare, schools, kindergartens and overall equality, is probably the best of its kind in the world. Professional subsidized day-care for children is easily available. Furthermore, Trondheim offers great opportunities for education (including international schools) and possibilities to enjoy nature, culture and family life and has low crime rates and clean air quality.

As an employee at NTNU, you must at all times adhere to the changes that the development in the subject entails and the organizational changes that are adopted.

A public list of applicants with name, age, job title and municipality of residence is prepared after the application deadline. If you want to reserve yourself from entry on the public applicant list, this must be justified. Assessment will be made in accordance with current legislation . You will be notified if the reservation is not accepted.

If you have any questions about the position, please contact Anne Borge Johannesen, telephone +47 412 15 281, email [email protected] . If you have any questions about the recruitment process, please contact Randi Holvik, e-mail: [email protected]

If you think this looks interesting and in line with your qualifications, please submit your application electronically via jobbnorge.no with your CV, diplomas and certificates attached. Applications submitted elsewhere will not be considered. Upon request, you must be able to obtain certified copies of your documentation.  

Application deadline: 15.03.2024

NTNU - knowledge for a better world

The Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) creates knowledge for a better world and solutions that can change everyday life.

Department of Economics

Our subject areas are public finance, economics of education, urban and regional economics, health economics, environmental and resource economics, and financial economics. These areas are especially relevant to decision-makers in all sectors. We work together with other researchers nationally and internationally, and our teaching activities are closely linked to our research. As a department with a socio-economic focus, we have a special obligation to bring research-based knowledge about effective resource use into the public debate. The Department of Economics  is one of four departments in the Faculty of Economics and Management .  

Requirements

Research Field

Economics » Applied economics

Education Level

Master Degree or equivalent

Research Field

Economics » Economic policy

Education Level

Master Degree or equivalent

Research Field

Economics » Econometrics

Education Level

Master Degree or equivalent

Additional Information
Work Location(s)

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

NTNU - Norwegian University of Science and Technology

Country

Norway

Geofield

Where to apply

Website

https://www.jobbnorge.no/en/available-jobs/job/257738/phd-in-economics

Contact

City

Trondheim

Website

http://www.ntnu.no

Street

Klæbuveien 72

Postal Code

N-7030

STATUS: EXPIRED