The Department of Economics of the University of Zurich is seeking to fill a Postdoctoral position starting at the latest in the Summer of 2026.
We offer an exciting research environment, competitive terms and conditions, and generous research support. Diversity and inclusion are important to us.
Your responsibilities
The research focus of the position is on topics broadly related to the policy implications of rising inequality. The researcher will have the opportunity to be involved in Florian Scheuer’s research agenda on tax policy and surrounding issues, funded by the PI’s Swiss National Science Founda-tion (SNSF) Consolidator Grant on “Taxing Capital Gains.”
Your profile
Knowledge of German is not a requirement. Applicants should have a PhD degree in Economics before taking up the position. The appointment is initially for a one-year contract, which can be renewed.
Information on your application
Complete applications including a cover letter, CV, job market papers, and at least 3 letters of recommendation will be reviewed starting Nov 15th, 2025. Interviews will be conducted online subsequently.
Applications should be submitted online via EconJobMarket. Please note their Privacy Notice.
For further information, please contact Florian Scheuer by email.
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