JOE Listings (Job Openings for Economists)
February 1, 2015 - July 31, 2015
Chr. Michelsen Institute
Position Title/Short Description
Section: International:Full-Time Academic (Permanent, Tenure Track or Tenured)
Location: Bergen, NORWAY
JEL Classification: D -- Microeconomics
Full Text of JOE Listing:
We seek an applied development economist with substantial experience in econometrics, keen to take a role in advancing our new research programme on “Employment Generation for the Poor: Jobs and Entrepreneurship”. Other research agendas relevant to CMIs profile may also be pursued. The ideal candidate has in-depth knowledge of markets and private sector development in low income settings and a desire to interact with policy makers and disseminate research based knowledge that can be applied in practice.
The aim of the research programme is to generate knowledge on how to generate employment with potential for poverty reduction. It will study the impact of alternative policies and the political constraints for their implementation.
The position will be at mid- or senior level, based on qualifications. Start date: Any time before January 2016. We encourage applications from female candidates.
For full advert text please see www.cmi.no.
Application Requirements:
- Application Instructions Below
Application Instructions:
The application deadline is 15 June 2015. We accept only applications via e-mail to vacancies@cmi.no.
Please submit the following to the above address, citing ‘Economist’ in the subject field:
• Application letter outlining your qualifications and personal qualities, your motivation for applying, and your research agenda, including possible funding sources
• CV
• Publication list and copies of relevant publications (max 4)
• Three references, including phone numbers and e-mail addresses
• One reference letter
Questions regarding the position can be directed to: ottar.maestad@cmi.no or arne.wiig@cmi.no