University of Vienna

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The Department of Economics at the University of Vienna invites applications for a position of

Senior Scientist in Experimental Economics (ID No. 8085).

This position involves managing the operations of the “Vienna Center for Experimental Economics (VCEE, http://vcee.univie.ac.at/home/)”, together with another senior scientist.

Applicants should have completed (or should be close to completing) a PhD in economics. Knowledge of German is an asset, but not required. The University of Vienna is an equal opportunity employer and aims at increasing the number of female faculty members. Therefore, it particularly encourages qualified women to apply.

Experience in experimental economics, behavioral economics, organizational, IT and programming skills are required. Candidates are expected to engage in close collaboration and joint research with the other members of VCEE. This position comes without teaching obligations. Some funding for own research, equipment, and supporting personnel is available. The contract is for 6 years with a possible extension.

Applications should include a curriculum vitae detailing the candidate’s education, list of publications, and a letter of motivation. Moreover, the application should include up to two selected papers. At least two letters of reference should be sent by the referees directly to Ms. Gabriele Prochaska (jobs.vcee@univie.ac.at).

Candidates should send all application material in a single pdf or zip file to Ms. Gabriele Prochaska (jobs.vcee@univie.ac.at). The application must specify the Identification Number ID No. 8085.

Application deadline: December 1, 2017.

For information about the job contact Prof. Martin Kocher (+43-1-5991-125, martin.kocher@univie.ac.at) or Prof. Wieland Müller (+43-1-4277-37486, wieland.mueller@univie.ac.at).