Postdoctoral Position in Economics

University of Gothenburg

Institution: University of Gothenburg, School of Business, Economics and Law
Reference Number: PAR 2025/762
Number of Positions: Up to 6
Start Date: 1 September 2026
Duration: 5 years full-time (leading to a PhD by August 2031)
Application Deadline: 1 February 2026
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Program Description

  • PhD program in Economics

  • First 2 years: Core and field courses in economic theory and empirical methods

  • Remaining years: Independent research, thesis writing, departmental duties (teaching, seminars)

  • Funding: Fully funded, public-sector employment benefits in Sweden

Eligibility

Basic:

  • Master’s degree or 240 HE credits, with at least 60 at advanced level, or equivalent

Special:

  • At least 90 HE credits in economics, or 30 HE credits in economics at advanced level, or equivalent

Timeline: Requirements must be met by September 2026

Application Requirements

  • Personal Statement: 1–2 pages, research interests, goals, motivation

  • Summary Page: Submitted documents, social security number (if applicable), 1–3 reviewers

  • CV: Education, research/work experience, English proficiency certificates (if applicable)

  • Degree Certificates: Diplomas/translated transcripts

  • Official Transcripts: Record of courses and grades

  • Thesis/Research Work: Master’s thesis or academic papers

  • GRE Test: Recommended (Institutional code: 6285)

  • Letters of Recommendation: Sent directly by referees to phdreference@economics.gu.se, deadline 1 Feb 2026

Selection Criteria

  • Performance at undergraduate and advanced levels (grades, thesis, recommendations)

  • Strong skills in Mathematics, Statistics, Econometrics, Microeconomics, Macroeconomics

  • General suitability for PhD studies

  • Interviews may be conducted for selected candidates

  • Supervisor assigned upon admission

Additional Information

  • Physical presence in Gothenburg required

  • International applicants may require a residence permit

  • Benefits and support for international relocation:

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