PhD Researcher in Swiss foreign trade and macroeconomic forecasting in Zürich

100%, Zurich, temporary

ETH Zurich is one of the world’s leading universities specialising in science and technology. The KOF Swiss Economic Institute at the ETH Zurich is the leading institute for applied research in economics in Switzerland ().

You will work in the Division Macroeconomic Forecasting. You will pursue a Ph.D. in the fields of Swiss foreign trade, international trade and macroeconomic forecasting. You will contribute to forecasting and monitoring Swiss foreign trade and the international macroeconomy.

You have a master’s degree (or equivalent) in economics or any other related subject. You intend to conduct high-quality research. You have a clear interest in macroeconomic forecasting, business cycle analysis, macroeconometrics, time series econometrics, machine learning and computer coding of statistical models. Rigorous training in econometrics and/or statistics is desired. A strong command of R, Matlab or other programming languages is a plus. Good writing skills in German and/or French are mandatory. Good writing skills in English are mandatory as well. We support the career of women in economics and we encourage female candidates to apply.  

We offer the opportunity to pursue a high-quality Ph.D. at a renowned institution and to work in a dynamic and collaborative research environment. ETH Zurich offers internationally competitive working conditions. Gross salary will be in accordance with the .

ETH Zurich is one of the world’s leading universities specialising in science and technology. We are renowned for our excellent education, cutting-edge fundamental research and direct transfer of new knowledge into society. Over 30,000 people from more than 120 countries find our university to be a place that promotes independent thinking and an environment that inspires excellence. Located in the heart of Europe, yet forging connections all over the world, we work together to develop solutions for the global challenges of today and tomorrow.