Fully Funded PhD Position in Economics

ESADE Business School of Ramon Llull University offers a predoctoral fellowship as part of the State Plan for Scientific and Technological Research and Innovation of the Ministry for Science Innovation and Universities of the Spanish Government, starting no later than 1st of June, 2025. The selected candidate will develop a PhD thesis in the framework of the funded project: “Structural transformations in modern economies: data, theories and policy analysis” (headed by Ioana Schiopu and Omar Rachedi).

We are seeking a highly motivated and talented individual with a strong academic background and research interests in Macroeconomics, Labor Economics and/or Public Economics.

The selected candidate will join the Group for Research in Economics and Finance at ESADE (more information about the group at this link). We offer a supportive and collaborative research environment with access to seminars, workshops, and interdisciplinary projects. ESADE Business School offers an international academic environment for research operating in three campuses: Barcelona, Sant Cugat del Vallès (near Barcelona) and Madrid. The school is home to faculty and students from all around the globe and is one of the leading business schools in the world according to international rankings.

Admission requirements:

We welcome applicants with strong quantitative and analytical skills, and a demonstrated interest in conducting original research. The candidate must have a Master’s degree in Economics or a related field, or relevant research experience. Applicants should have at least 25 ECTS in areas of methodology and advanced Economics topics. Proficiency in English is required for non-native speakers.

Funding:

This is a full-time program located in Sant Cugat del Vallès (Barcelona). Funding includes annual tuition fees, a living stipend of € 19,097.36 for the 1st year and € 23,871.70 for 2nd, 3rd and 4th year, as well as funding for conference attendance and research stays. Additional funding can be provided through collaboration in research projects.

Selection process:

Interested candidates should send the following documentation to Prof. Ioana Schiopu (i[email protected]), no later than April 15, 2025.

· Statement of purpose detailing your research interests and career goals

· Academic transcripts

· Curriculum vitae

· GRE/GMAT scores

· 2 letters of recommendation

· Photocopy of ID card or passport

Applications will be processed on a rolling basis.

Contacts:

For more information regarding the program or the application process, you can contact Ioana Schiopu, ESADE Associate Professor in Economics. Email: [email protected]