Ireland - University of Dublin (Trinity College) PhD Studentship in Applied Microeconomics

University of Dublin, Trinity College
PhD Position in Applied Microeconomics
Department of Economics

Job description
This project analyses the impact of recent policy changes on various aspects relating to the agri-food sectors in Ireland and other EU countries focussing in particular on Denmark and the Netherlands. Using the Irish National Farm Survey a micro approach is taken that allows specific research questions relating to:

  • productivity and competitiveness;
  • the changing structure of production systems in terms of farm numbers, the role of economies of scale, specialisation and system switching; and
  • the wider rural community to be addressed.

The availability of a comparable survey for Denmark and the Netherlands presents a unique opportunity for the Irish experience to be compared to that of similar regions of Europe facing the same set of constraints but with significantly different sectors in terms of structure, organisation and the role of government supports This study will provide valuable lessons for policy by deepening our understanding of the important issues facing the agri-food sector in Ireland at the micro level and observing how the Irish experience compares to that of similar European regions. The project will also explore alternative uses for land post-decupling focussing in particular on opportunities in relation to organic farming and alternative energy sources drawing on the successes of the Danish experience.

The PhD student will be based at the Department of Economics, Trinity College Dublin. The student will spend some time at the University of Kent in the UK and at the University of Wageningen in the Netherlands working with leading economists on farm survey data and project related modelling issues.

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Switzerland - University of Zurich PhD Fellowship in Microeconomics

Doctoral Position (Research & Teaching Assistant; 65%)
Chair of Professor Schmutzler

The candidate is expected to do research during a period of four years leading to a doctoral thesis. In addition, he or she will be involved in teaching activities. A masters degree in economics, mathematics or physics is required. The focus of the research in our group is on microeconomics, in particular, industrial organization. We encourage applications of young researchers who want to benefit from and contribute to a stimulating environment at an internationally renowned economics department.

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August 10th, 2007

Switzerland - ETH Zurich Doctoral Assistantship in Applied Microeconomics and Econometrics

The Center for Energy Policy and Economics at the Department of Management, Technology and Economics, ETH Zurich (Swiss Federal Institute of Technology), invites applications for up to two Research Assistant positions for three years. The starting date is expected to be in early 2007, but subject to budgetary approval, might be delayed for a few months.

In addition to their PhD research and related courses, the successful candidates will provide assistance in research projects and/or contribute in the department’s teaching activities. The topics will be in Energy and Environmental Economics with a strong focus on empirical research.

A good command of English is required. In addition, one of the positions requires excellent communication and writing skills in German.

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