JOE Listings (Job Openings for Economists)

August 1, 2014 - January 31, 2015

University of St. Gallen

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School of Economics and Political Science
Department of Economics
Assistant Professor in Statistics and Econometrics (big data)

JOE ID Number: 2014-02_111451945
Date Posted: 10/27/2014
Date Inactive: 11/15/2014
Position Title/Short Description
Title: Assistant Professor in Statistics and Econometrics (big data)
Section: International: Other Academic (Visiting or Temporary)
Location: St. Gallen, St. Gallen, SWITZERLAND
JEL Classifications:
C8 -- Data Collection and Data Estimation Methodology; Computer Programs
C1 -- Econometric and Statistical Methods and Methodology: General
C4 -- Econometric and Statistical Methods: Special Topics
Keywords:
Statistics
Econometrics
Computational Science
Big data
Full Text of JOE Listing:

The School of Economics and Political Science of the University of St. Gallen wishes to appoint an Assistant Professor in Statistics and Econometrics (big data) as soon as possible. The position will cover the analysis of big data in Statistics and Econometrics.

To be considered for this position, applicants must have a Ph.D. in Statistics, Econometrics, or Computer Science. Since it will be a key duty of this position to build up and support a new research group focusing on big data, the ideal candidate should possess a solid experience in working with huge databases. The appointment is for 6 years (non-tenure track). Given the focus of the position, the teaching load will be light (2-3 SWS, i.e. 1 course per term).

Applications from qualified women are particularly welcome.

Candidates should submit their application along with the usual supporting documents in electronic form under www.unisg.ch/jobs. Two supporting references should also be sent directly to Ms. Flockerzi, School of Economics and Political Science, Bodanstrasse 8, CH - 9000 St. Gallen, Switzerland or seps@unisg.ch. Please indicate whether you will be attending the AEA Annual Meeting in Boston in January 2015.

Closing date: November 15, 2014.

Application Requirements:
  • External Application Link
  • Letters of Reference Instructions Below
Application deadline: 11/15/2014
Reference Instructions:
Two supporting references should also be sent directly to Ms. Flockerzi, School of Economics and Political Science, Bodanstrasse 8, CH - 9000 St. Gallen, Switzerland or seps@unisg.ch.