Description

The University of Neuchâtel in Switzerland is offering a fully funded PhD position in Economics (70%) at the Institute of Economic Research. This opportunity is ideal for candidates with strong academic backgrounds in environmental economics, applied econometrics, behavioral economics, experimental economics, and information economics. The position starts on August 1, 2025, and is renewable annually for up to four years.

Degree Level

University of Neuchâtel, Switzerland PhD Scholarship 2025 (Fully Funded) is available to undertake PhD level programs at University of Neuchâtel.

Job Description

The PhD position in Economics focuses on producing high-quality research in applied economics, leading to a PhD in Economics. The successful candidate will work under the supervision of Prof. Bruno Lanz and contribute to projects integrating microeconomic theory, behavioral economics, and empirical research. The candidate will use observational data, lab experiments, and field experiments to generate policy-relevant insights.

Available Subjects

Following subject are available to study under this scholarship program.

• Economics

Benefits

PhD Salary & Benefits

• Salary in accordance with UniNE doctoral student scales
• Access to excellent research facilities at the University of Neuchâtel
• Participation in PhD-level courses in economics (e.g., Swiss Doctoral Program in Economics)
• Teaching and research supervision opportunities at bachelor’s and master’s levels
• Involvement in weekly seminar series and academic networking
• Outstanding quality of life near Lake Neuchâtel, Switzerland

Eligible Nationalities

This scholarship is open to all nationalities.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must meet the following requirements:

• Hold (or be close to completing) a Master’s degree in Economics
• Strong skills in applied economic research
• Interest in environmental economics, behavioral economics, and experimental economics
• Demonstrated potential for high-quality academic research
• Excellent command of English (knowledge of French is an advantage)
• Candidates without GRE scores must be prepared to take the test by April 2025

Application Procedure

• Email applications to b.lanz@unine.ch with the subject line: “PhD application – [Your Surname]”
• Application deadline: February 28, 2025
• Only complete applications will be considered

Why Apply for a PhD at the University of Neuchâtel?

Fully funded PhD position in a leading Swiss university

• Work with renowned faculty in applied economics
• Access to top-tier research infrastructure
• Scenic and high-quality living environment in Switzerland
• Opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge economic research

The University of Neuchâtel is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing a non-discriminatory and inclusive research environment. Apply now for this prestigious PhD opportunity in Economics!