PhD Position in Macroeconomics
Your tasks
- The core responsibility is to develop a PhD thesis under the supervision of Prof. Johannes Binswanger, typically through joint research projects. Students are expected to contribute their own ideas, and at least one single-authored paper will form part of the dissertation.
- The position may include limited teaching assistance for Prof. Johannes Binswanger.
For further information, please contact Prof. Johannes Binswanger (johannes.binswanger@unisg.ch).
Your profile
- You have a strong Master's degree in Economics (or a closely related field) with solid training in macroeconomic theory and empirical methods.
- You have a strong interest in macroeconomic questions; alignment with topics such as expectations, subjective models, narratives, or learning is an advantage.
- Prior exposure to research in economics is a plus. Some familiarity with machine-learning ideas is welcome but not required.
The University of St. Gallen is one of Europe's leading institutions in economics and business. The Swiss Institute for International Economics and Applied Economic Research (SIAW-HSG) is active in macroeconomics, international economics, public economics, and related applied fields, and has a solid record of placing PhD graduates in strong academic environments. Research at the chair of Prof. Johannes Binswanger is collaborative and involves regular, focused interaction on joint projects. The environment is well suited for students aiming for an academic career and for building external research connections.
Application Requirements
Please submit:
- a cover letter outlining your motivation, research interests, and relevant skills
- a CV
- grade transcripts
- a sample of written work (e.g., thesis or seminar paper)
- one academic reference letter (sent directly by the referee to johannes.binswanger@unisg.ch)
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
Duration: The position is offered on a fixed-term basis and is intended to cover the duration of the PhD studies.
Inspirational Work Environment
Executive Education
Network
Family & Career
Equal Opportunities
Fit and Healthy
Inspirational Work Environment
At the HSG, as Europe's leading business university, we operate in an entrepreneurial environment where you will meet highly qualified, ambitious experts - both regionally and internationally. For example, you benefit from a modern IT infrastructure and, in our library via HSGswisscovery, from nationwide access to the wealth of scientific information available.
Executive Education
We support internal and external executive education opportunities. Our internal executive education programme offers you a practical, dedicated and didactically mature transfer of knowledge in the form of seminars, e-learning, coaching and collegial advice. We support task-specific external training and executive education financially as well as with regard to the time required.
Network
We promote our culture of cross-functional collaboration and create space for forging valuable relationships - also with external partners. Regular exchanges and internal events help to strengthen these relationships and make them long-lasting.
Family & Career
We provide our employees with flexible work time models with a variable number of hours per week. As a family-friendly employer, we offer part-time positions, 16 weeks of maternity leave and a subsidised crèche, as well as support with childcare during the vacations.
Equal Opportunities
The University enables equal opportunities for all employees and students. This applies to degree courses and work, as well as academic careers, university management positions and the reconciliation of studies, work and private commitments. We are committed to this with various measures in the areas of teaching, research, administration and the Presidency.
Fit and Healthy
We help you stay fit and healthy. In addition to our diverse range of sports activities at the university, most of which are free of charge, and campaign weeks for corporate health management, we also offer you fruit in the workplace. In our canteen you will find a wide selection of freshly prepared meals - from vegetarian to fish dishes - at discounted prices.
Further information on working at the HSG can be found here.
For job-related questions
Professor and Managing Director SIAW-HSG
johannes.binswanger@unisg.ch
I look forward to receiving your application. If you have any questions about the position or the research environment, feel free to get in touch.
M.A. Research Assistant/PhD
franziska.bender@unisg.ch
If you'd like an informal perspective on the PhD experience at the chair, feel free to reach out. I'm happy to share my impressions and answer questions.
Your place of work
University of St.Gallen
«A place where knowledge is created» - As one of Europe's leading universities of economics and business administration, the University of St.Gallen (HSG), Switzerland, is committed to the education of over 10'000 students. The HSG is one of the largest employers in the region and provides an attractive and innovative environment for more than 3'500 researchers, educators and professional staff.
