The Chair of Development Economics at Heidelberg University’s South Asia Institute seeks to fill a PhD Position in Development Economics, initially fixed for two years and renewable for another three years.

The Department of Development Economics takes particular interest in microeconomic aspects of development as well as poverty and inequality. Therefore, excellent skills in microeconomics and econometrics are required. The position includes research as well as teaching and mentoring activities and provides the opportunity to participate in a top-class structured PhD program in economics in cooperation with the University of Mannheim. Also, there are numerous possibilities for connecting with related disciplines such as public health, geography, political science and sociology

The preferred starting date is September 1st, 2022. Applications have to be sent before July 31st, 2022 and are considered until the position is filled.

For further details, please see the vacancy.