Postdoc in Behavioural and Experimental Economics and Taxation – DTU Management

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Postdoc in Behavioural and Experimental Economics and Taxation – DTU Management

Company

Danmarks Tekniske Universitet

Job description

Job Category: VIP BJob Description:Advance Your Career in Behavioral and Experimental Economics at DTU!Are you ready to take the next step in your academic journey in behavioral and experimental economics?DTU invites applications for a postdoctoral position within a dynamic research team dedicated to understanding and improving taxation behavior through behavioral and experimental methods.This is a unique opportunity to be part of large-scale experiments tackling pressing societal challenges. You’ll be involved in every stage of the research process-from experimental design to data analysis and publication-while working alongside world-renowned scholars, including Uri Gneezy (University of California) and Antoine Malézieux (Burgundy School of Business).About the Position:
As a postdoctoral researcher, you will:

• Develop and refine experimental tasks.
• Manage collaborations with external partners.
• Plan and execute analysis strategies.
• Work with large datasets and apply advanced analytical methods.
• Contribute to both academic and non-technical publications.
• Communicate insights and findings with practitioners and stakeholders.

Qualifications:
We are looking for candidates with:

• A master’s degree and a PhD (or submission of thesis by the start date) in economics, psychology, or a closely related discipline.
• Strong programming skills in Python, Stata, or R.
• A solid foundation and interest in behavioral and experimental economics.
• A proactive, detail-oriented, and reflective approach to work.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills.

Additional Desirable Competences:

• Experience with running online economic experiments.
• Skills in project management.

We offer
DTU is a leading technical university globally recognized for the excellence of its research, education, innovation and scientific advice. We offer a rewarding and challenging job in an international environment. We strive for academic excellence in an environment characterized by collegial respect and academic freedom tempered by responsibility.Salary and terms of employment
The appointment will be based on the collective agreement with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations. The allowance will be agreed upon with the relevant union.The period of employment is 2 years and 3 months. The starting date is 1 October 2025 or according to mutual agreement. The position is full-time.You can read more about .Further information
Further information may be obtained from .You can read more about DTU Management at .If you are applying from abroad, you may find useful information on working in Denmark and at DTU at .Application procedure
Your complete online application must be submitted no later than 20 August 2025 (23:59 Danish time). Applications must be submitted as one PDF file containing all materials to be given consideration. To apply, please open the link “Apply now”, fill out the online application form, and attach all your materials in English in one PDF file. The file must include:

• Application (cover letter)
• CV
• Academic Diplomas (MSc/PhD – in English)
• List of publications

Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.All interested candidates irrespective of age, gender, disability, race, religion or ethnic background are encouraged to apply. As DTU works with research in critical technology, which is subject to special rules for security and export control, open-source background checks may be conducted on qualified candidates for the position.DTU Management conducts excellent research at the intersection of management, technology and economics. We develop solutions in close cooperation with companies and public authorities. Our research strengthens welfare, productivity and sustainability. The department strives for excellence. We won four ERC grants as principal investigator during the last two years and are participating in many more. We transform this our research into societal impact through numerous collaborative projects. The department offers a wide range of courses and programs at bachelor, master, and PhD levels across DTU’s study programs. We lead study programs at all levels, including the executive. The department has 200+ employees with around half of staff coming from abroad.Technology for people
DTU develops technology for people. With our international elite research and study programmes, we are helping to create a better world and to solve the global challenges formulated in the UN’s 17 Sustainable Development Goals. Hans Christian Ørsted founded DTU in 1829 with a clear mission to develop and create value using science and engineering to benefit society. That mission lives on today. DTU has 13,500 students and 6,000 employees. We work in an international atmosphere and have an inclusive, evolving, and informal working environment. DTU has campuses in all parts of Denmark and in Greenland, and we collaborate with the best universities around the world.

Expected salary

Location

Kongens Lyngby, Hovedstaden

Job date

Wed, 25 Jun 2025 23:06:42 GMT

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