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POSTDOCTORAL FELLOW/RESEARCHER/SENIOR RESEARCHER IN REGIONAL INNOVATION AT THE FACULTY OF ECONOMICS AND FINANCE

The Human Resources Strategy for Researchers
10 Aug 2023

Job Information

Organisation/Company
University of Economics in Bratislava
Research Field
Geography » Economic geography
Geography » Regional geography
Geography » Social geography
Economics » Econometrics
Sociology » Urban sociology
Researcher Profile
Recognised Researcher (R2)
Established Researcher (R3)
Leading Researcher (R4)
Country
Slovakia
Application Deadline
Type of Contract
Temporary
Job Status
Full-time
Hours Per Week
37,5
Offer Starting Date
Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?
Not funded by an EU programme
Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?
No

Offer Description

The Faculty of Economics and Finance, University of Economics in Bratislava (FEF EUBA) announces a call for applications for research positions at R2, R3 and R4 levels. The positions are funded under the Recovery and Resilience Plan for Slovakia. EUBA is a major educational and research institution in the field of economics, finance, and management. FEF is a leader in high-quality research in economics and finance.

The position is subject to financial support from the Slovak Research and Innovation Agency (VAIA). During the period of the temporary position, the applicant is expected to carry out independent research within the research objectives set out in a submitted research project. More information about the call can be found at: https://ispo.planobnovy.sk/app/vyzvy/455104889489371136 .

The successful candidate will be expected to carry out independent research within the research objectives set out in a submitted research project.

EUBA is an HRS4R Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity and promotes equal opportunities for all applicants and employees, regardless of their background, gender, ethnicity, or other personal characteristics.

The position will be based in Bratislava, Slovakia for a full-time or part-time (minimum 50%) commitment.

Requirements

Research Field
Geography » Economic geography
Education Level
PhD or equivalent
Research Field
Geography » Regional geography
Education Level
PhD or equivalent
Research Field
Geography » Social geography
Education Level
PhD or equivalent
Research Field
Sociology » Urban sociology
Education Level
PhD or equivalent
Research Field
Economics » Econometrics
Education Level
PhD or equivalent
Skills/Qualifications
  • Ph.D. in social sciences, regional science, economic geography, economics, statistics or econometrics, or related field.
Specific Requirements

Nominees must meet the criteria for R2/R3/R4 researchers as described here: https://euraxess.ec.europa.eu/europe/career-development/training-researchers/research-profiles-descriptors  and applications will be categorized based on the nominee's CV.

The position will be based in Bratislava, Slovakia for a full-time or part-time (minimum 50%) commitment. They will work within Department Public Administration and Regional Development on the project “The role of universities in regional innovation systems.”

If you are interested in selected topics and have own ideas within this topic, we offer a supportive working environment, cooperation with local and international partners, and the infrastructure of our laboratory.

Languages
ENGLISH
Level
Excellent
Research Field
Geography » Economic geographyGeography » Regional geographyGeography » Social geographySociology » Urban sociologyEconomics » Econometrics

Additional Information

Benefits

Selected applications will be proposed for VAIA funding to cover eligible costs:

  • Postdoctoral Fellow (level R2, recognized researcher): € 3.138 gross monthly salary.
  • Researcher (level R3, established researcher): € 3.567 gross monthly salary.
  • Senior Researcher (R4 level, leading researcher): € 3.991 gross monthly salary.

The fellowship includes an additional budget for research expenses (€ 1.300 per month) and team personnel expenses (max. € 2.000/4.500 per month for R3/R4 researcher).

The duration of the project is 12-24 months and must end no later than June 30, 2026.

The amount of total eligible costs will be determined based on the number of months of project implementation, the researcher's working hours, the type of support, and the use of the contribution per research team

Selection process

Applicants are expected to submit their application to miroslav.sipikal@euba.sk as soon as possible, but no later than September 3, 2023. Also, if you have additional questions, also contact via mail above.

The application must include:

  • A brief (1-2 pages) description of the proposed research project.
  • Professional CV, including a list of publications.
  • A document confirming a PhD. degree (a scan of the PhD diploma is sufficient)

Only complete applications will be considered.

Applications will be processed on a rolling basis based on the documents submitted. Successful candidates will be guided by the FEF EUBA team to prepare the full proposal in the required form. The full proposal must be completed and submitted no later than September 18, 2023.

Additional comments

The position will only be funded if the research proposal is approved for funding by VAIA.

Work Location(s)

Number of offers available
3
Company/Institute
University of Economics in Bratislava
Country
Slovakia
City
Bratislava
Postal Code
852 35
Street
Dolnozemská cesta 1
Geofield

Where to apply

E-mail
miroslav.sipikal@euba.sk

Contact

City
Bratislava
Website
Street
Dolnozemská cesta 1
Postal Code
852 35
E-Mail
miroslav.sipikal@euba.sk