Janeway Institute Postdoctoral Research Fellowship (Research Assistant or Research Associate) (Fixed Term)

University of Cambridge; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Cambridge invites applications for a fixed-term Postdoctoral Research Fellowship at the Janeway Institute, Faculty of Economics, Cambridge. Candidates must have recently completed a PhD or expect to by September 2027 and show potential to develop independent research in transmission mechanisms and economic policy.

The fellowship is for up to three years, with possible 1-2 year shorter terms; includes potential to join a Cambridge College.

Qualifications

• Recent PhD or expected by Sept 2027.
• Able to develop own research ideas and contribute to research group.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on transmission mechanisms and economic policy.
• Contribute to publications in top journals.
• Collaborate with Cambridge College and Janeway Institute.

Skills

Economic research

Policy analysis

Academic writing

Education

PhD in Economics

Job description

Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 3 years in the first instance.

The Janeway Institute at the Faculty of Economics, Cambridge University has a Postdoctoral Research Fellowship available for candidates working on areas of economics related to transmission mechanisms and economic policy. Eligible candidates include those who have recently been awarded a doctoral degree or expect to receive their degree by September 2027.

The Fellowship is for a maximum period of three years, but candidates can request a shorter term of one to two academic year(s) if this is a better fit for their career plans. The Fellowships will be based at the Janeway Institute. The Janeway Institute was created to develop new fundamental ideas, methods and research which push the frontier of economics. Fellows also have the possibility of joining a Cambridge College.

We welcome applications from researchers working on areas of economics related to transmission mechanisms and economic policy. This includes but is not limited to research into the contributions of firms and sectors in the aggregate economy; inquiries into how heterogeneity across households and firms shapes economic outcomes and contributes to economic growth; studies of the conduct and impact of monetary and fiscal policy in closed and open economies; and investigations of other economic factors that shape the economy and contribute to economic growth.

For more information see https://www.janeway.econ.cam.ac.uk/

Successful candidates should demonstrate an ability to develop their own research ideas and indicate how they can contribute to the transmission mechanisms research group in Cambridge. It is expected that successful candidates' work will be at the cutting edge of the research frontier with a view to future publications in world leading journals.

Successful candidates who have not yet received their PhD by September 2027 will be appointed on University Grade 5 as Research Assistants, starting at Grade 5, spine point 38 (£34,610 per annum). Upon award of the PhD, their salary will be upgraded to Grade 7 as Research Associates (Fellowships), starting at Grade 7, spine point 41 (£37,694 per annum) in the first year. In the second year, the salary will rise to spine point 42 (£38,784), and in the third year to spine point 43 (£39,906).

Janeway Teaching Fellowships, which provide supplemental remuneration on top of the Research Fellowship salary listed above, are available for those interested in gaining valuable teaching experience and contributing to the learning environment. These opportunities are contingent on the Faculty's needs and the candidate being suitably qualified. Further details, including the amount of additional remuneration, can be discussed during the interview process.

Applications should consist of:

A curriculum vitae; expression of interest cover letter outlining how you would be able to contribute to the Janeway Institute in light of your research interests; a job market paper; supplementary material such as other available research papers.

Three references will be sought upon receipt of application.

Queries may be directed to Marion Reusch, Janeway Institute Administrator, [e-mail]

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.