Postdoctoral Research Fellow (Econometrics)

MACQUARIE UNIVERSITY - SYDNEY AUSTRALIA; Sydney; Sur place; AUD 104 000 - 127 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Flexible hybrid work arrangements

17% Superannuation

Onsite parking

Extensive training & development

Onsite childcare facilities

Discounted health insurance

Sport & Aquatic Centre access

Employee assistance program

Onsite GP/imaging/physiotherapy

Résumé du poste

Macquarie University invites applications for a postdoctoral researcher in economics, based in Sydney. The role contributes to econometric methods for counterfactual policy evaluation and high-frequency market dynamics using intraday data.

The successful candidate will hold a PhD in econometrics or related fields, publish quality work, supervise postgraduate research, and collaborate with a strong team. A criminal history and qualification check are required.

Qualifications

• A PhD in econometrics, statistics, economics or related field.
• Strong research record in econometrics or statistics with publications.
• Ability to supervise postgraduate research students.
• Ability to conduct independent research and collaborate.
• Experience presenting findings at conferences or seminars.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Advanced computing skills in MATLAB, R or Python.

Responsabilités

• Contribute to a project on econometric methods for counterfactual evaluation.
• Develop high-frequency econometric methods using intraday data.
• Collaborate with the research team and supervise postgraduate students as needed.

Connaissances

Research independence

Academic writing

Conferences & seminars

Collaboration

Supervision of students

MATLAB

R

Python

Formation

PhD in Econometrics/Statistics/Economics

Outils

MATLAB

R

Python

Description du poste

Organisation/Company MACQUARIE UNIVERSITY - SYDNEY AUSTRALIA Research Field Economics Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) Established Researcher (R3) Application Deadline 6 Dec 2026 - 00:00 (UTC) Country Australia Type of Contract Other Job Status Full-time Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer 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:

• Developing and applying econometric methods for counterfactual policy evaluation when outcomes follow nonstationary processes, and
• 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. Connect with us today .

Within the Faculty, the Department of Economics has research expertise across applied econometrics, financial economics and econometrics, macroeconomics, behavioural economics and development economics.

• 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.

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

Pre-Employment Checks

Macquarie University cultivates a workplace defined by safety, ethical conduct, and strong integrity. Prior to completion of an offer of employment, preferred candidates will be required to participate in a combination of pre-employment checks relevant to the role they have applied for.

Your employment is conditional upon the completion and maintenance of all role-required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University.

Why Joins Us?

Macquarie is a university engaged with the real and often complex problems and opportunities that define our lives. Since our foundation in 1964, we have aspired to be a different type of university. Over the years, we have grown to become the centre of a vibrant local and global community. Connect with us today .

• We rank amongst the top employers in the Australian Workplace Employers Index.
• Explore the fantastic benefits available to you when you become part of the team at Macquarie University.
• Flexible, hybrid work arrangements
• 17% Superannuation
• Subsidised onsite parking options
• Extensive training and professional development programs
• Onsite childcare facilities to support working parents
• 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