JOE Listings (Job Openings for Economists)
August 1, 2014 - January 31, 2015
Victoria University
Position Title/Short Description
Section: International:Full-Time Academic (Permanent, Tenure Track or Tenured)
Location: Melbourne, Victoria, AUSTRALIA
JEL Classification: A1 -- General Economics
Keywords:
Senior Research Fellow
Full Text of JOE Listing:
Research Fellow/Senior Research Fellow
Academic Level B/C: $81,005 - $114,418 per annum plus superannuation. This is a full-time (36.75 hours) fixed term appointment.
An opportunity exists for a highly motivated applied economist to join the economic modelling team at the Centre of Policy Studies (CoPS) at Victoria University. Each year, CoPS undertakes contract research studies for private and public sector agencies around the world. CoPS specialises in the development and application of large scale computable general equilibrium (CGE) models.
The position will appeal to applied economists who value the importance of detailed quantitative analysis in informing evidence-based decision making. The position represents an excellent opportunity for a person with the necessary economic modelling skills to join and play a valued role in this highly regarded research centre. The successful candidate will require strong qualifications and/or demonstrated successful experience in applied economics. Familiarity with CGE modelling is highly desirable.
This position is ideal for researchers who want to build an academic career undertaking research that meets both a market test of policy relevance through success in attracting external financing, and a scholarly test of academic rigour through success in converting research to peer-reviewed publications.
Victoria University offers a wide range of benefits including:
•Attractive superannuation contributions of up to 17%
•Professional development opportunities
•Salary sacrifice options
How to apply:
For further information and a position description visit our website www.vu.edu.au/jobs
Applications MUST address the Selection Criteria found within the position description.
Reference number: 907137
Applications Close: 4.00pm Thursday 30 October 2014
Victoria University reserves the right to appoint by invitation.
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Application Requirements:
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