Professor Antonio Mihi-Ramirez, from the Department of  International and Spanish Economics at the University of Granada, welcomes postdoctoral candidates interested in applying for a Marie Skłodowska-Curie Postdoctoral Fellowship (MSCA-PF) in 2024 at this University. Please note that applicants must comply with the Mobility Rule (for more information about the 2024 call, please consult this link.

Brief description of the institution:

The University of Granada (UGR), founded in 1531, is one of the largest and most important universities in Spain. With over 56,000 undergraduate and postgraduate students and more than 6,000 members of staff, the UGR offers over 90 undergraduate degrees, 164 master’s degrees (8 of which are international double degrees) and 28 doctoral programmes via its 124 departments and nearly 50 centers. Accordingly, the UGR offers one of the most extensive and diverse ranges of higher education programmes in Spain.

The UGR has been awarded with the "Human Resources Excellence in Research (HRS4R)", which reflects the the institution’s commitment to continuously improve its human resource policies in line with the European Charter for Researchers and the Code of Conduct for the Recruitment of Researchers. The UGR is also internationally renowned for its excellence in diverse research fields and ranked among the top Spanish universities in a variety of ranking criteria, such as national R&D projects, fellowships awarded, publications, and international funding.

The UGR is one of the few Spanish Universities listed in the Shanghai Top 500 ranking - Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU). The 2023 edition of the ARWU places the UGR in 201-300th position in the world and as the 1-2 highest ranked University in Spain (http://sl.ugr.es/0dwJ), reaffirming its position as an institution at the forefront of national and international research. From the perspective of specialist areas in the ARWU rankings (http://sl.ugr.es/0bSp), the UGR is outstanding in Food Science & Technology (ranked in the 48th position in the world), Hospitality & Tourism Management (ranked between 51th-75th position), and in the areas of Mathematics and Library & Information Science, both of them ranked between 76th-100th position. A little lower in the ranking, the UGR also stands out in the areas of Biomedical Engineering, Computer Science & Engineering and Nursing, in which the UGR is positioned at the rank in the 101-150th position. Finally, Dentistry & Oral Sciences is positioned between 151-200th position.

Additionally, the UGR counts with 9 researchers at the top of the Highly Cited Researchers (HCR) list, most of them related to the Computer Science scientific area. It is also well recognised for its web presence (http://sl.ugr.es/0a6i), being positioned at 76th place in the top 200 Universities in Europe.

Internationally, the University of Granada is firmly committed to its participation in the calls of the Framework Programme of the European Union. For the duration of the last Framework Programme, Horizon 2020, the UGR obtained a total of 121 projects with a total funding of around €29,4 million. For the current Framework Programme, Horizon Europe, the UGR has obtained 74 projects, so far, with a total funding of almost €20 million.

Brief description of the Centre/Research Group: 

The Faculty of Economics and Management at the University of Granada is a dynamic hub of academic excellence, boasting over 300 dedicated teachers and researchers across 25 departments. With a student body of 6,000 enrolled during the last academic year, our faculty ranks among the largest at Granada University, underscoring our commitment to providing a vibrant learning environment.

Renowned as a center of research excellence, our faculty occupies a prominent position in the academic landscape. Economics stands out as the third most prolific field of research at Granada University, evidenced by the impressive number of research papers produced. Notably, nearly 50% of these papers feature international authorship, highlighting our faculty's global reach and collaborative spirit.

Within the Department of International and Spanish Economics, the research group SEJ-609 "Analysis of Migration, International Economics and Knowledge (AMIKO)", led by Prof. Antonio Mihi-Ramirez, is at the forefront of cutting-edge research. With a focus on international economics and migration, AMIKO has made significant contributions, producing over 200 research papers, supervising 11 PhD theses, and leading 13 research projects, among other achievements.

As part of our commitment to nurturing talent, successful applicants will collaborate with their supervisors to develop personalized Career Development Plans. These plans will provide tailored support and guidance to enhance competencies and expertise, empowering researchers to thrive in their careers.

Join us at the Faculty of Economics and Management, University of Granada, and become part of a vibrant community dedicated to advancing knowledge and shaping the future of economic research.

Project description:

Title: Understanding Reverse and Amenity Migration Dynamics

Introduction:

Our project investigates emerging trends in international mobility, focusing on reverse migration among older populations and amenity migration driven by lifestyle preferences.

Objectives:

• Investigate determinants of reverse migration, particularly motivations of older individuals relocating from northern Europe to warmer regions.
• Compare unforced migrations like reverse and amenity migration with forced migrations, examining underlying motivations.
• Assess consequences of amenity migration on destination communities, local economies, and cultural landscapes.

Methodology:

• Literature Review: Establish a conceptual framework through comprehensive literature review.
• Study Design: Propose a multidisciplinary model integrating qualitative and quantitative methods.
• Data Collection: Conduct fieldwork through surveys, interviews, and focus groups.
• Data Analysis: Employ advanced statistical techniques and qualitative analysis methods.
• Dissemination: Publish findings in peer-reviewed journals, present at conferences, engage with stakeholders.

Expected Impact:

Our research contributes to migration studies, informing policy decisions for managing and leveraging migration for societal benefit.

Candidate Requirements:

• Research Contribution: Ability to contribute decisively to the research plan.
• Publication Proficiency: Proficient in publishing research findings in English.
• Statistical Expertise: Excellent knowledge of statistical methodologies.
• Training and Development: Commitment to participating in project-provided training and professional development activities.

Conclusion:

Our project addresses the need to understand emerging trends in international mobility. By exploring reverse and amenity migration, we aim to provide insights informing policy and fostering inclusive and sustainable societies.

Keywords: Reverse migration, Amenity migration, International mobility, Multidisciplinary research, Societal impact.

Research Area:

☒ Economic Sciences (ECO)

For a correct evaluation of your candidature, please send the documents below to Professor Antonio Mihi-Ramirez (amihi@ugr.es): 

• CV
• Letter of recommendation (optional)