Nuffield Postdoctoral Research Fellowships in Economics

Full-time postdoctoral research fellowships in economics for recently completed or near-completion doctorate holders. Fellows develop independent research agendas within a leading economics department, publish in international journals, present at conferences, teach up to 60 units per annum, and participate in departmental and college intellectual life.

• Engage in research of quality commensurate with publication in leading international economics journals
• Develop and manage own independent research agenda
• Present research at international conferences and research workshops
• Play a full role in the intellectual life of the Department including working collaboratively with academic colleagues and participating in seminars and workshops
• Provide up to 60 units of teaching per annum (equivalent to 20 hours of lectures or 15 hours of TA-format class teaching)
• Co-operate in the administration of teaching and research
• Examine as required by the appropriate committee
• Participate in the intellectual life of the College by attending and organizing seminars, workshops, and conferences
• Act as a mentor for graduate students where appropriate
• Represent the College's postdoctoral research fellows on one of the College's committees and take on College officerships where appropriate

Candidates must have recently completed or be close to completing a PhD in a relevant subject. They must have publications in peer-reviewed journals commensurate with their career level. They should have ability to present research effectively, innovate, work with colleagues, teach graduate students, and possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills.