Description
Position Summary
Copenhagen Business School is accepting applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher in Economics. This role is hosted by the Department of Economics, which is dedicated to high-quality research, teaching, and public engagement in areas including microeconomics, macroeconomics, and quantitative methodologies. The department is especially known for its applied research in business and policy-relevant fields. CBS’s Department of Economics also hosts two renowned research centers:
- Copenhagen School of Energy Infrastructure (CSEI)
- Pension Research Centre (PeRCent)
These centers make significant contributions to advancing policy-making and fostering industry collaboration. The postdoctoral role offers an excellent platform for emerging scholars seeking to contribute to both academic discourse and address real-world economic challenges.
Responsibilities
Key Research Themes at the CBS Department of Economics
- Behavioral Economics, Incentives, and Market Design
- Labor Markets and Employment Dynamics
- Energy, Environmental, and Resource Economics
- Innovation, Firm Behavior, and Market Functioning
- Growth, Inflation, and Unemployment
- Migration, Urbanization, and Globalization
- Quantitative Techniques and Data Science
- Welfare Systems, including Education, Health, and Pensions
Position Details
This is a fixed-term, non-tenure-track role lasting either two or three years, depending on teaching involvement:
- Two years for research-only positions
- Three years for positions combining research and teaching (teaching load: approx. one-third of workload)
Selected candidates are expected to be present on campus regularly, contributing actively to departmental research and teaching activities, depending on the nature of the appointment.
Responsibilities
- Conduct individual and collaborative research to meet international scholarly standards
- Publish in peer-reviewed journals and participate in academic dissemination
- Take part in departmental academic events such as seminars, conferences, and workshops
- Support departmental administration and CBS-wide initiatives
- Communicate research findings to public and private stakeholders, contributing to CBS’s visibility and public engagement
Qualification
Eligibility and Desired Qualifications
Required:
- A completed PhD (or equivalent) in Economics or a related field
- Strong academic potential, with particular focus on applied microdata analysis
- Excellent command of English (written and spoken)
Preferred:
Experience with:
- Economic modeling in areas like migration, residential choice, urban/spatial economics, or trade
- Analysis of spatial data
- Stata (proficiency required); familiarity with R, Python, or Matlab is a plus
- A track record of publishing in recognized international journals
What CBS Offers
- Access to comprehensive Danish register data for research
- Opportunities to attend international academic conferences
- Extensive networks across academia and industry
- A modern workspace located in central Copenhagen
- An academic environment focused on research excellence, relevance, and innovation
Further Information
For inquiries, contact:
Associate Professor Ismir Mulalic
Tel: +45 3815 2587
Email: imu.eco@cbs.dk
More info: www.cbs.dk/econ
Employment Terms:
The appointment and salary will be based on the collective agreement between the Danish Ministry of Finance and the relevant academic union.
How to Apply:
For detailed information on the application process and to apply, please visit the official CBS website or contact the department directly.
