Ph. D. position Microeconomics in Fribourg 100% auprès du Department of Economics

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100% auprès du Department of Economics

Particularité

We are looking for a candidate with a strong interest in microeconomics, in particular in the fields of network science, industrial organization, behavioral economics, managerial economics, or game theory. The position will be part of the chair of Applied Microeconomics and Business Economics, which belongs to the Department of Economics of the University of Fribourg in Switzerland.

Domaine d'activité

The successful candidate has a strong background in microeconomic (or mathematical) methods, a strong motivation to conduct own research, and the ability to teach exercise tutorials in German and English that motivate students. The largest part of the working time (more than 50) is devoted to conducting own research and to receiving doctoral training. In addition, supporting the chair in teaching, research-related and administrative tasks is part of this full-time position. The attractive salary remunerates the 100 degree of employment. Participation in international conferences or in doctoral courses, e.g., at the study center Gerzensee (www.szgerzensee.ch) is encouraged and additionally supported.

Exigences

Applicants should hold a degree in economics or a related field (including mathematics, sociology, and management), preferably with a specialization in microeconomics. An overall grade of 5.0 according to the Swiss grading system for the Master’s program is generally a minimum requirement. A good command of both German and English is necessary. The University of Fribourg offers attractive working conditions in an international environment.

Exigences linguistiques

autre: English

Date d'entrée en fonction:

• 01.09.2026

Renseignements:

Prof. Dr. Berno Buechel

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Date limite de réception des offres:

09.03.2026

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