Postdoctoral Position in Economics

University of Gothenburg

Institution: University of Gothenburg, School of Business, Economics and Law

Reference Number: PAR 2025/762

Number of Positions: Up to 6

Start Date: 1 September 2026

Duration: 5 years full-time (leading to a PhD by August 2031)

Application Deadline: 1 February 2026

Contacts:

• Andreea Mitrut – andreea.mitrut@economics.gu.se (Director of PhD Program)
• Ann-Christin Räätäri Nyström – ann-christin.raatari.nystrom@economics.gu.se (PhD Administrator)

Program Description

• PhD program in Economics
• First 2 years: Core and field courses in economic theory and empirical methods
• Remaining years: Independent research, thesis writing, departmental duties (teaching, seminars)
• Funding: Fully funded, public-sector employment benefits in Sweden

Eligibility

Basic:

• Master’s degree or 240 HE credits, with at least 60 at advanced level, or equivalent

Special:

• At least 90 HE credits in economics, or 30 HE credits in economics at advanced level, or equivalent

Timeline: Requirements must be met by September 2026

Application Requirements

• Personal Statement: 1–2 pages, research interests, goals, motivation
• Summary Page: Submitted documents, social security number (if applicable), 1–3 reviewers
• CV: Education, research/work experience, English proficiency certificates (if applicable)
• Degree Certificates: Diplomas/translated transcripts
• Official Transcripts: Record of courses and grades
• Thesis/Research Work: Master’s thesis or academic papers
• GRE Test: Recommended (Institutional code: 6285)
• Letters of Recommendation: Sent directly by referees to phdreference@economics.gu.se, deadline 1 Feb 2026

Selection Criteria

• Performance at undergraduate and advanced levels (grades, thesis, recommendations)
• Strong skills in Mathematics, Statistics, Econometrics, Microeconomics, Macroeconomics
• General suitability for PhD studies
• Interviews may be conducted for selected candidates
• Supervisor assigned upon admission

Additional Information

• Physical presence in Gothenburg required
• International applicants may require a residence permit
• Benefits and support for international relocation:
• Welcome Services
• Move to Gothenburg