Research economist at Banco de Portugal

Banco de Portugal is hiring one researcher holding a PhD in Economics or a related field, to work in Lisbon at the Economics and Research Department. We will consider applications from junior, intermediate, and senior candidates.

Banco de Portugal is the central bank of Portugal and a member of the Eurosystem. The Economics and Research Department combines economic research with policy tasks related to its mission as a member of the Eurosystem, and to the analysis of the Portuguese economy and the euro area. The Department has a group of research economists with a dedicated career track whose principal role is to produce knowledge in topics relevant for Banco de Portugal, to be published at high quality scientific journals. Researchers also perform economic analysis on topics related to their areas of expertise.

Required profile

• Doctoral degree in Economics or a related field. Applications from candidates who expect to complete their degree by the Summer of 2025 are acceptable, but admission will be conditional on the successful completion of the degree;
• Solid knowledge of macroeconomics, monetary economics, monetary policy, or related fields;
• Potential to publish research in high quality international academic journals;
• Motivation to deepen technical knowledge and innovate in the candidate’s area of specialisation;
• Ability to work in teams and to adapt to different environments;
• Written and spoken proficiency in English.

Application

Applicants should submit a CV, three letters of recommendation and a research paper. We will receive applications until 25 November 2024 through the EconJobMarket website. Informal inquiries about the position should be sent to António Antunes, at [email protected]. Interviews will be conducted remotely by video during December 2024.