Stockholm Pre-Doc Research Analyst - Financial Economics

Handelshögskolan i Stockholm; Stockholms kommun; On-site; SEK 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading business school in Stockholm is seeking applications for full-time pre-doctoral research analyst positions in financial economics. The role involves working on cutting-edge research projects under experienced supervisors and collaborating with fellow analysts. Ideal candidates will hold a Master's degree focused on analytical skills and programming, demonstrating a strong interest in economics. This position serves as a perfect bridge to a PhD program, providing valuable research experience in the field.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess a Master’s degree with focus on (financial) mathematics or related field.
• Strong programming skills in Stata or Python are expected.
• Advanced numerical analytical skills and interest in economics are required.

Responsibilities

• Work on data-intensive research projects under supervision.
• Collaborate with fellow pre-docs in financial economics research.
• Engage in empirical research related to debt, default, and corporate financial decisions.

Skills

Numerical analytical abilities

Programming skills in Stata

Programming skills in Python

Interest in economics

Excellent spoken and written English

Education

Master’s degree in financial mathematics, mathematical finance, statistics, economics, or related field

Job description

A leading business school in Stockholm is seeking applications for full-time pre-doctoral research analyst positions in financial economics. The role involves working on cutting-edge research projects under experienced supervisors and collaborating with fellow analysts. Ideal candidates will hold a Master's degree focused on analytical skills and programming, demonstrating a strong interest in economics. This position serves as a perfect bridge to a PhD program, providing valuable research experience in the field.