Dear Ladies and Gentlemen,

The Vienna Institute for International Economic Studies (wiiw) is looking for an ECONOMIST specialised in the economics of the Visegrád group countries.

Major tasks:

•     Applied empirical research in economics (macroeconomics preferred)
•     Maintain our expertise on the Visegrád group economies (PL, CZ, SK, HU)
•     Acquisition and execution of research projects
•     Project acquisitions also in areas outside the narrow research focus

Requirements:

•     MA or PhD in Economics
•     Experience in conducting macroeconomic research on Visegrád countries
•     Existing contacts with regional academics, policymakers and journalists
•     Interest in applied economic research
•     Quantitative and econometric skills
•     Knowledge of both conventional and heterodox economic analyses
•     Excellent English (written and oral); knowledge of at least one Visegrád group language; German is an advantage
•     Very good (proposal) writing and presentation skills
•     Flexibility as well as ability to work in teams

The position is limited to two years in the first instance; can be extended following a satisfactory probationary period.
Start: as soon as possible – ideally by June 2021.

Monthly remuneration for the 40 weekly hours position will be € 2,983.47 gross, 14 times per year or above, depending on qualification. Women are particularly encouraged to apply.

Please send your application (with cover letter, CV, list of publications, copies of certificates) to jobs@wiiw.ac.at.

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