Doctoral positions in "global public economics" (m/f/d)

Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research (PIK)

The climate needs bright minds. The Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research (PIK) addresses crucial scientific questions in the fields of global change, climate impacts and sustainable development. It is one of the world's leading research institutions in its field and offers natural and social scientists from around the world an inspiring environment for excellent interdisciplinary research.

Postdoctoral Researcher position at Universidad de Talca

Postdoctoral Researcher position at Universidad de Talca-Interdisciplinary Center for Aquaculture Research-Applied Research (INCAR2), Research Line 8: “Socioeconomic Impacts, Governance, and Market Dynamics”. 

This is a call for a Postdoctoral Researcher position at Universidad de Talca-Interdisciplinary Center for Aquaculture Research-Applied Research (INCAR2), Research Line 8: “Socioeconomic Impacts, Governance, and Market Dynamics”.  The position is particularly focused on the economics of aquaculture.

Ph.D. studentship in forest economics

The Department of Forest Bioeconomy and Technology is a newly established department at SLU, bringing together broad expertise in forest bioeconomy. We conduct research and education covering the entire value chain – from forest economics, policy, and business administration to biomaterials, wood science, and technology. By integrating social science and technological perspectives, we carry out research on raw materials, materials, processes, and systems to contribute to the sustainable development of forest resources and a circular bioeconomy.

Three internships at J-PAL

J-PAL is looking for 3 interns to join their policy team!

Internships are paid, and generally run between June - December. Depending on the team, internships can be remote or in-person in Accra, Cotonou, or Nairobi.

Who is eligible? Nationals of sub-Saharan Africa who have a degree in economics, statistics, development or a related field OR are studying towards a degree in these fields and in the final year.

Join the World Bank Group’s premier internship program

About The Program

WBG Pioneers is the World Bank Group’s premier internship program, offering undergraduate and postgraduate students structured learning and practical experience. As a participant, you will engage in impactful projects, contribute to meaningful work, and gain direct exposure to the mission and operations of the World Bank Group.

Applications will be accepted online from January 19th, 2026, through February 17th, 2026.

Post-doctoral position on research-policy interaction

Environment for Development Ethiopia (EfD Ethiopia) hosted by the Research Center for Sustainable Development (RCSD) under the ISER of AAU invites applications for a post-doctoral position.

 

EfD Ethiopia, funded by the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (Sida), supported by the EfD Global Hub and hosted by the Research Center for Sustainable Development (RCSD) under the Institute of Social and Economic Research (ISER) of the Addis Ababa University (AAU), invites applications for a postdoctoral position.

PhD Program in Economics at the University of New Mexico

Do you have a student interested in pursuing a Ph.D. in Economics with a focus on applied microeconomics? Then, the University of New Mexico’s Department of Economics might be a good fit! UNM’s Department of Economics is currently accepting applications to their Ph.D. program for Fall 2026.

2026 APDD Fellowship Awards

The African Peacebuilding and Developmental Dynamics (APDD) program —an initiative of the Social Science Research Council (SSRC)— supports African scholars and practitioners conducting innovative, Africa-centered research on peacebuilding, governance, and developmental dynamics in conflict-affected contexts in Africa.

PhD fellowship position at University College Dublin, Ireland

The School of Economics at University College Dublin (Ireland) is offering a PhD fellowship for our PhD Economics programme for students with a specific interest in working in environmental economics, with Dr Marta Talevi as supervisor. More details on the position, the PhD programme and how to apply can be found in the attachment.

The start date for the PhD position would be September 2026 and applications for the fellowship require the material listed below, which must be submitted by January 31, 2026: