Postdoctoral Research Fellow (Econometrics)

Macquarie University; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 104,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible, hybrid work arrangements

17% Superannuation

Annual leave loading

Onsite parking

Professional development

Onsite childcare facilities

Employee Support Program

Campus facilities

Job summary

Macquarie University invites applications for a postdoctoral researcher in the Department of Economics to contribute to a project led by Professor Shuping Shi. The role focuses on econometric methods for counterfactual policy evaluation and high‑frequency econometrics using intraday data.

The successful candidate will work independently and as part of a team, with opportunities to supervise postgraduate students and present findings at conferences.

Qualifications

• PhD in econometrics, statistics, economics or related field (completed or near completion).
• Strong publication record and research output.
• Ability to supervise postgraduate research students.
• Ability to conduct independent and collaborative research.
• Experience presenting research at conferences or seminars.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Advanced computing skills in MATLAB, R or Python.

Responsibilities

• Join a postdoctoral research project led by Professor Shuping Shi.
• Contribute to econometric method development for counterfactual policy evaluation and high‑frequency econometrics with intraday data.
• Collaborate with the research team and supervise postgraduate students as needed.

Skills

Econometrics research

Independent & collaborative work

Verbal and written communication

Proficiency in MATLAB/R/Python

Education

PhD in econometrics, statistics, economics or related field

Tools

MATLAB

R

Python

Job description

Annual Salary Package: From $104,481 to $127,138 plus 17% employer's superannuation and annual leave loading (commensurate with experience & qualifications) - Appointment type: Full-time, fixed-term for 4 years (Ideal start date from the second half of 2027, this is negotiable). - Macquarie Business School, Macquarie University (Wallumattagal Campus), North Ryde

About the Role

Located in Sydney, the Department of Economics at Macquarie University invites applications for a postdoctoral researcher to join a research project led by Professor Shuping Shi. The project has two research directions: 1- Developing and applying econometric methods for counterfactual policy evaluation when outcomes follow nonstationary processes, and 2- Advancing high-frequency econometric methods for studying financial-market dynamics using intraday data. The successful candidate will contribute to one or both directions.

About Us

Macquarie Business School is a leading business and economics school, bringing together expertise across accounting, actuarial studies, applied finance, economics, management and marketing. Its strong industry connections help link academic knowledge with real-world business and policy challenges. Within the Faculty, the Department of Economics has research expertise across applied econometrics, financial economics and econometrics, macroeconomics, behavioural economics and development economics.

Essential Selection Criteria

• A PhD, completed or near completion by the commencement date, in econometrics, statistics, economics or a related field
• A strong record of research achievement in econometrics, statistics or a related field, evidenced by high-quality publications, working papers and/or a doctoral thesis
• The ability to contribute to the supervision of postgraduate research students
• Demonstrated ability to conduct research independently and work collaboratively
• Experience presenting research findings at academic conferences or seminars
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Advanced computing and programming skills, including proficiency in one or more of MATLAB, R or Python
• Note: This position requires the successful candidate to undergo a criminal history check and an academic qualification check

Note: Shortlisted candidates may be invited to a virtual interview from mid-December 2026.

International applicants are welcome to apply and visa sponsorship, and relocation assistance may be considered for the preferred candidate.

We reserve the right to progress or decline an application prior to the application closing date.

For enquiries, or a confidential conversation about the role, please contact Professor Shuping Shi, Chief Investigator and Professor of Economics at [e-mail].

Applications Close

Sunday 6 December 2026 at 11:59 p.m. (AEDT)

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Benefits

• Flexible, hybrid work arrangements
• 17% Superannuation
• Subsidised onsite parking options
• Extensive training and professional development programs
• Onsite childcare facilities to support working parents
• Onsite vacation care during school holidays
• Discounted health insurance
• Subsidised membership at our Sport & Aquatic Centre
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program for free and confidential support
• Convenient onsite GP, imaging, and physiotherapy clinics

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