Postdoctoral Researcher in Environmental Economics

80 - 100%

The research group of Public Economics (Prof. Beat Hintermann) of the Faculty of Business and Economics at the University of Basel invites applications for a PostDoc position. 
 
Start date: May 2025 (or by agreement)

Your position

  • You will be part of a dynamic research team that carries out empirical work in the area of public and environmental economics.
  • The position is funded by a grant for carrying out field experiments in public transport. However, the candidate may also pursue additional research projects.
  • Teaching responsibilities may be conducted in German or English.

Your profile

  • You hold a PhD in Economics.
  • You have a strong background in public, environmental or transport economics and a solid understanding of econometrics. 
  • Experience in designing and running field experiments is an asset but not a formal requirement.
  • You are fluent in written and spoken English.
 

We offer you

We offer the opportunity to conduct high-quality research in a dynamic, innovative scientific working environment. Conditions of employment and salary are governed by the personnel and salary regulations of the University of Basel.

Application / Contact

Are you interested? Then we look forward to your complete online application. 

The application should include the following documents:
  • a letter of motivation including your research interests
  • your CV
  • your diplomas 
  • up to three research papers
  • two references that we can contact for a letter of support

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. For further information, please do not hesitate to contact Prof. Hintermann. Email: b.hintermann@unibas.ch 

To be considered for this position, please upload your application via the APPLY button. We do not collect applications by e-mail.