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Department: Department of Economics – Faculty of Economics and Administration Deadline: 30 Jun 2026 Start date: September 1st, 2026 Job type: full-time Job field: Economics and finance The Dean of the Faculty of Economics and Administration, Masaryk University (ECON MUNI), invites applications for the following fixed-term position at the Department of Economics:  Postdoctoral Researcher in Empirical Microeconomics   Masaryk University, Faculty of Economics and Administration, is looking for a Postdoctoral Researcher in the field of empirical microeconomics.  This position offers a unique opportunity to join the Department of Economics at Masaryk University as a researcher specializing in empirical microeconomics.  We are looking for a candidate:   with a PhD degree in economics (or related field) and an international research network  with education and experience in empirical economics with focus on labor, health, human and social capital, migration, or refugees’ integration with a research potential demonstrated by a strong job market paper or publication record  with excellent background in empirical methods   who is a self-driven person What does the position entail:   full-time position as a postdoctoral researcher in the field of empirical microeconomics   peer-reviewed research and its presentation at international conferences   contribution to the preparation and implementation of national and international grant proposals    participation in ongoing and upcoming research projects  teaching in English-taught programmes and courses is possible but not expected. No knowledge of the Czech language is expected or required for professional or social purposes  What do we offer?  full-time (40 hours a week) Postdoctoral Researcher position at one of the highest-ranked research universities in the region of Central and Eastern Europe The position is offered as a 24 months fixed-term contract. Possible prolongation depends on the availability of project funding flexible starting date of the contract, preferably September 1st, 2026    the monthly salary of 2,400 EUR/month (gross) 50% time for working on individual projects within the scope of the position.  relocation support and help from the MUNI  Welcome Office  friendly and international working environment   opportunities for professional growth (e.g., university seminar series, internships, exchanges, participation in research projects)   flexible working hours and occasional home office to support personal needs in family and career   employee benefits (8 weeks of paid vacation per year, contribution to meals, contribution to pension savings, language courses, exclusive mobile tariff, sport activities, vaccination)   opportunity to work and live in a modern and dynamic university city with close proximity to Prague and Vienna   About the workplace   Masaryk University is an academically diverse and research-intensive university with a strong commitment to high-quality research and education. The university offers an inspiring research and teaching environment to its 35,000 students and 5,500 employees.  MUNI is located in the university city of Brno, Czech Republic. Based on the most recent OECD Better Life Index data, the Czech Republic ranks next to the US and the UK. Proximity to nature and other historical cities (e.g., Prague, Vienna, Budapest), variety of cultural and entertainment attractions, and top personal safety make Brno one of the top 100 university cities in the world according to students.   ECON MUNI research groups conduct quality research in empirical economics with focus on topics ranging from labour economics (esp. migration, and discrimination), urban economics, behavioral economics, political economy (esp. voting behavior).  Members of the empirical microeconomics research group conduct research with peers from other Czech, European, and American universities. Members of the faculty have published in journals such as Journal of Public Economics, Journal of Urban Economics, Journal of Economic Behaviour and Organization, Oxford Bulletin of Economics and Statistics, Scientific Reports, European Economic Review or Public Choice. Empirical research group extensively cooperates with experimental and health economics research groups.  Application and selection procedure   The application shall be submitted online by June 30, 2026 (23:59 p.m., CET) via an e-application (Please, use the link in the e-Application section below). Interviews for the position will be held online or in-person at Masaryk University. Online and in-person interviews may be scheduled on a rolling basis and early applications are encouraged.   The candidate shall provide following:   cover letter with a description of your research agenda in the desired area,   a full professional Curriculum Vitae including the complete bibliography of published works (or provide a link where the information could be found),   job market paper and/or up to two other research papers,   names, e-mail addresses, and phone numbers of 3 references; references will be contacted independently to submit reference letters   After submitting your application successfully, you will receive an automatic confirmation e-mail from jobs.muni.cz.   For further information about the position and the department, please contact Štěpán Mikula, at stepan.mikula@econ.muni.cz. Please do not send applications directly by e-mail.   If you need help uploading your application or have any questions about the recruitment process, please contact the head of HR department Dominika Tvarožková e-mail: Dominika.Tvarozkova@econ.muni.cz   All interested candidates are encouraged to apply regardless of personal background. The selection process is based on an Open Transparent Merit-based Recruitment Policy. Masaryk University does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions on the basis of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or sexual orientation. The faculty holds the HR Excellence Award.   We are looking forward to hearing from you!   Prof. Mgr. Jiří Špalek, Ph.D.   Dean 

FACULTY OPENINGS AT THE SINGAPORE INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY The Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT) is Singapore’s first University of Applied Learning, offering industry-relevant degree programmes that prepare its graduates to be work- and future-ready professionals. Its mission is to maximise the potential of its learners and to innovate with industry, through an integrated applied learning and research approach, so as to contribute to the economy and society. The university’s unique pedagogy integrates work and study, embracing authentic learning in a real-world environment through collaborations with key strategic partners. Its focus on applied research with business impact is aimed at helping industry innovate and grow. Targeted to be ready in 2024, SIT’s centralised campus within the larger Punggol Digital District will feature a vibrant learning environment where academia and industry will be tightly integrated with the community. SIT espouses an applied learning approach and offers degrees with a strong focus on science and technology. Our faculty work closely with industry on translational research and innovation, as well as provide consultancy on solutions to industry challenges. This well-established nexus with industry endows our graduates with deep skills and work-ready training experience – attuning them to the needs and demands of the future economy. As a young university, we encourage innovation, and seek the right candidates to join us in realising our vision. We offer competitive remuneration, generous employment benefits, access to funding to undertake research of relevance to industry, and opportunities to inspire and nurture the next generation of skilled and work-ready graduates. We currently have positions available at all levels, from Lecturer to Full Professor, in the following areas:  Accounting: Financial Accounting  Air Transport Management: Airlines Management, Airport Management  Digital Communications & Integrated Media: Digital Web Analytics, Integrated Media Management, Digital Media Production Hospitality Business: Digital/Interactive Marketing, Data Analytics, Information Technology  Successful candidates will join the Business, Communication and Design (BCD) Cluster (one of five academic clusters in SIT) as members of a team of accomplished experts who are passionate about higher education and deeply involved in industry transformation through applied research programmes. Faculty in the BCD Cluster undertake funded industry-relevant research, teach courses in Accounting, Aviation Management, Communication Management, and Hospitality Business, as well as supervise industry masters and doctorate students in relevant topics. They are also provided paid leave to undertake consultancy work with industry and/or spend time attached with industry. We will prioritise collegial and team-spirited candidates with either (a) an earned Ph.D. or equivalent from a reputable university with specialisation in any of the above-mentioned areas and some relevant work experience, or (b) extensive industry experience with demonstrated strong technical expertise in the above-mentioned areas.  Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled. All applications must be submitted electronically via the "Apply Now" button below. 

The Role and the Department The Student Journey Futures (SJF) Programme, jointly led by Computing and Information Services (CIS) and Student and Academic Services Directorate (SASD), is delivering a multi-million pound programme of change. This role will be a 2-year fixed term role on one of the universities key strategic projects. This role will report into the SJF Programme Director but will work in a matrix management structure with close links into our Strategy Delivery Unit for alignment to our Change and Project Delivery approaches. The Strategy Delivery Unit is focussed on changing the way Durham University thinks about and delivers change, primarily focusing on the co-ordination and professional delivery of the University strategy. The post holder will work with the following teams: Student Recruitment & Admissions, Widening Participation, Academic and Quality Services, Student Finance, Student Records and support to academics, Teaching and administrative services across the organisation that underpin the day-to-day activities of the whole organisation. We are looking for a highly motivated individual, with outstanding interpersonal skills and a focus on successful implementation of change. The post holder will be expected to take responsibility for the provision of change management expertise within the SJF Programme. Post holders' activity will include diagnosing stakeholders needs, providing guidance / promoting best practice approach to change, influencing stakeholders to get buy-in, agreeing a tailored approach to the project, application of change management tools in collaboration with change teams and overall support to change activity. You will need to develop quickly an in-depth knowledge and understanding of the University's structure and processes. You should be able to work collaboratively with members of staff at all levels throughout the University, providing support as well as pro-actively engaging with individuals and groups. What you need to submit A CV: and A supporting statement which outlines how you meet all of the criteria within the Person Specification.