University of Amsterdam Institution: University of Amsterdam (UvA), Amsterdam Business School Faculty: Economics and Business Contract Type: Full-time PhD (38 hours/week) Duration: 4 years (with 18-month probationary period) Salary: €3,059 – €3,881 gross/month + 8% holiday allowance + 8.3% year-end bonus Application Deadline: 31 March 2026 Project Overview Develop optimization methods to improve the design of tax systems in the Netherlands and internationally. Work on…
TaxSolver , a tool developed with the Dutch Ministry of Finance, focusing on: Scaling to national datasets Integrating deductibles and behavioral effects Multi-year reform planning Joint optimization of rates and brackets Collaborate with the Dutch Ministry of Finance, UK Tax Authority, and World Bank . Present research at international conferences and publish in top-tier journals. Assist with teaching activities, including MSc tutorials and thesis supervision. Potential research visits to MIT and London Business School (LBS) . Candidate Requirements Master’s degree in Business Analytics, Econometrics, Mathematics , or related field with strong background in Optimization . Programming skills, ideally Python . Strong communication skills in English . Motivation for an international academic career and interest in economics/taxation. Intellectual curiosity, openness to feedback, and collaborative skills. Benefits Internationally collaborative and impactful project. Supervision by an expert team with experience publishing in top-tier journals. Opportunities for professional development and research visits abroad. Vibrant, international working environment in Amsterdam. UvA offers additional benefits: 29 days’ holiday, pension accrual, excellent work-from-home facilities, commuting reimbursement, and training opportunities. How to Apply Submit cover letter and CV as PDF via the UvA application link. Contact for questions: Dick den Hertog – d.den.hertog@uva.nl First-round interviews: April–May 2026. Apply
