Postdoctoral Fellowship in Economics

Copenhagen Business School

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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

1. Access to comprehensive Danish register data for research
2. Opportunities to attend international academic conferences
3. Extensive networks across academia and industry
4. A modern workspace located in central Copenhagen
5. 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.