Two Postdoctoral Positions in the University of Copenhagen Development Economics Research Group (UCPH-DERG) at the Department of Economics

The positions are for senior-level postdoctoral researchers within the Development Economics Research Group at the University of Copenhagen's Department of Economics. Candidates are expected to have a strong academic background in economics, particularly in development economics, supported by a PhD or equivalent research experience. The roles require advanced research skills, including the ability to design and conduct empirical studies, analyze complex economic data, and contribute to the development of theoretical and applied economic models relevant to development issues. Proficiency in econometric methods and statistical software commonly used in economic research, such as Stata, R, or Python, is essential. Candidates should demonstrate experience in publishing high-quality research in peer-reviewed journals and have the capacity to work independently as well as collaboratively within a research team. Strong communication skills for presenting research findings at conferences and contributing to academic discussions are important. The positions likely involve contributing to grant applications and participating in the academic community at the university. A commitment to advancing knowledge in development economics through rigorous analysis and innovative methodologies is expected.