Dear Ladies and Gentlemen, The Vienna Institute for International Economic Studies (wiiw) is looking for an *ECONOMIST specialised in European Economic Policy.* *Major tasks:* * Applied empirical research in the field of European Economic Policy * Widen our expertise in the political economy of the European Union * Acquisition and execution of research projects across wiiw’s focus areas 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*. *Requirements:* * MA or PhD in Economics * Expertise in European Economic Policy * Knowledge of several of the following areas: macroeconomics, trade, FDI, labour markets, industry and regional studies, environment and digitalisation * Readiness to do applied economic research in a broad range of economic issues, particularly related to the European Union * Good quantitative and econometric skills (use of MS Office, Stata and/or R) * Knowledge of both conventional and heterodox economic analyses * Excellent English and German (written and oral); knowledge of East European languages is an advantage * Very good (proposal) writing and presentation skills * Flexibility as well as ability to work in teams Monthly remuneration for the *40 weekly hours position* will be € 3,000 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 <mailto:jobs@wiiw.ac.at>. Download this job offer in pdf format <https://wiiw.ac.at/files/press/job-advertisement-european-economic-policy-2021.pdf>