Postdoctoral Position in Agricultural Economics

ETH Zurich is one of the world's leading universities specialising in science and technology. It is renowned for its excellent education, its cutting-edge fundamental research and its efforts to put new knowledge and innovations directly into practice. The Agricultural Economics and Policy Group, led by Prof. Dr Robert Finger, uses different quantitative methods to investigate agricultural policies and agricultural risk management instruments with a focus on Swiss and European agriculture.

We are looking for a postdoctoral researcher with a background in agricultural economics. You will teach at the undergraduate level (in German) and graduate level (in English) in an inspiring teaching environment. Supervision of bachelor's and master's students is also expected. Teaching and supervision tasks are limited to a level that allows you to develop a strong research record in the field of the group’s focus. We are looking for someone with strong methodological expertise in one of these fields: econometrics, spatial econometrics, optimization models, agent-based models, and surveys.

You have a PhD degree (or will be close to completion), strong analytical skills and a background in agricultural economics. Proficient oral and written German and English skills are required. Experiences in teaching and supervision are a clear plus. The preferred starting date is in October 2022 or upon discussion.

We are offering a full-time position with a competitive salary in a dynamic research team of agricultural economists offering excellent research and teaching environment. Salary and social benefits are provided according to ETH Zurich rules. The starting date is upon availability, and the position is scheduled for 3 years. You will work in an environment allowing you to develop a strong research record.