Post-doc Position | Pension Planning in the Age of AI

Post-doc Position | Pension Planning in the Age of AI
Post-doc Position | Pension Planning in the Age of AI

Published	Deadline	Location
today	5 May	Maastricht

Maastricht University's Finance Department has a post-doc opening within an interdisciplinary team focused on (field) experiments at the intersection of pension planning and digital decision support.
Job description
We seek a talented, motivated individual with excellent research and interpersonal skills, who wants to kick-start an academic career through this Post-doc. The project sets out to investigate how app-based digital decision support helps people in an easy as possible way to navigate the ever more complex world of long-term financial planning for pensions (details: www.netspar.nl/en/project/pension-planning-in-the-age-of-ai-what-can-we-learn-from-digital-peers ). The position will allow for ample opportunity to run lab and field experiments in collaboration with pension funds and financial service providers. Moreover, the position is connected to the Dutch Network for Studies on Pensions, Aging and Retirement (Netspar) think-tank as well as collaborators from Goethe University Frankfurt and ZEW – Leibniz Center for European Economic Research (www.seasn.de ).
Specifications

• max. 38 hours per week
• €3226—€5090 per month
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Maastricht University (UM)

Requirements
We are looking for a Post-doc having ideally a background in economics or finance, but are also open to candidates in related fields such as judgement and decision-making, psychology, and marketing.
The candidate should have a recognizable interest in experimental research on financial decision-making, and skills to manage projects that involve collaboration with our industry partners. Knowledge of the Dutch language and institutional details of the Dutch pension landscape are a plus but not a must.
Conditions of employment
What we offer
As Post-doc at the School of Business and Economics, you will be employed by the most international university in the Netherlands, located in the beautiful city of Maastricht. In addition, we offer you:

• Good employment conditions. The position is graded in scale 10 according to UFO profile Researcher, with corresponding salary based on experience ranging from €3226,00 and €5090,00 gross per month (based on a full-time employment of 38 hours per week). In addition to the monthly salary, an 8.0% holiday allowance and an 8.3% year-end bonus apply.
• An employment contract for a period of 36 months with a scope of 1.0 FTE.
• At Maastricht University, the well-being of our employees is of utmost importance, we offer flexible working hours and the possibility to work partly from home if the nature of your position allows it. You will receive a monthly commuting and internet allowance for this. If you work full-time, you will be entitled to 29 vacation days and 4 additional public holidays per year, namely carnival Monday, carnival Tuesday, Good Friday, and Liberation Day. If you choose to accumulate compensation hours, an additional 12 days will be added. Furthermore, you can personalize your employment conditions through a collective labor agreement (CAO) choice model.
• As Maastricht University, we offer various other excellent secondary employment conditions. These include a good pension scheme with the ABP and the opportunity for UM employees to participate in company fitness and make use of the extensive sports facilities that we also offer to our students.
• Last but certainly not least, we provide the space and facilities for your personal and professional development. We facilitate this by offering a wide range of training programs and supporting various well-established initiatives such as 'acknowledge and appreciate'.

The terms of employment at Maastricht University are largely set out in the collective labor agreement of Dutch Universities. In addition, local provisions specific to UM apply. For more information, click here .
Employer
Maastricht University
Maastricht University
Why work at Maastricht University?
At Maastricht University (UM), everything revolves around the future. The future of our students, as we work to equip them with a solid, broad-based foundation for the rest of their lives. And the future of society, as we seek solutions through our research to issues from all around the world. Our six faculties combined provide a comprehensive package of study programmes and research.
In our teaching, we use the Problem-Based Learning (PBL) method. Students work in small groups, looking for solutions to problems themselves. By discussing issues and working together to draw conclusions, formulate answers and present them to their peers, students develop essential skills for their future careers.
With over 22,300 students and more than 5,000 employees from all over the world, UM is home to a vibrant and inspiring international community.
Are you drawn to an international setting focused on education, science and scholarship? Are you keen to contribute however your skills and qualities allow? Our door is open to you! As a young European university, we value your talent and look forward to creating the future together.
Click here for more information about UM.
Department
The School of Business and Economics
The School of Business and Economics (SBE) is one of Maastricht University’s six faculties. Our mission is to contribute to a better world by addressing societal problems, by co-creating knowledge and developing team players and leaders for the future.
By joining SBE, you will be part of the 1% of business schools worldwide to be Triple Crown accredited (EQUIS, AACSB and AMBA). You will join an inspiring and international environment, where learning and development is priority.
Additional information
Curious?
Are you interested in this exciting position but still have questions? Feel free to send a message to [email protected] for more information.
Applying?
Or are you already convinced and ready to become our new Post-doc? Apply now, no later than 5 May 2024, for this position.
Please upload your CV, motivation letter, grade list, at least 2 reference letters, and publication list.
The vacancy is open for internal and external candidates. In case of equal qualifications, internal candidates will be prioritized.
Maastricht University is committed to promoting and nurturing a diverse and inclusive community. We believe that diversity in our staff and student population contributes to the quality of research and education at UM, and strive to enable this through inclusive policies and innovative projects led by teams of staff and students. We encourage you to apply for this position.
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