Doctoral Researcher Position in Economics at Labore

Labour Institute for Economic Research LABORE is looking for a doctoral student in economics for a 4-year researcher position. Applications are due by 13 September 2026.

The Position

The position is part of Labore’s Research Path, the purpose of which is to promote researcher training in economics by offering funding, supervision, and research infrastructure for completing doctoral studies and thesis.

In addition to the duties of a doctoral researcher, the person selected for the position is required to spend part of their working time (max. 50%) on tasks related to the projects of Labore’s research group in macroeconomics, forecasts, and industrial organization.

Requirements

Successful candidates are required to hold a doctoral student position in economics at a university and receive supervision from a named faculty member.

Priority Candidates

Priority is given to persons who

• have successfully completed the core courses of doctoral studies
• are interested in applied research in macroeconomics

The selection will be based, e.g., on recommendations, study performance, and the topic of the thesis.

How to Apply

Applications are to be delivered by 13 September 2026, to Research Director Tuomo Suhonen, tuomo.suhonen@labore.fi, who will also provide additional information about the open position.

The application should include:

• possible recommendations
• a CV
• a transcript of records

 

Further Information

Tuomo Suhonen, Research Director – additional information about the open position tuomo.suhonen@labore.fi

Ilkka Kiema, Research Leader – questions regarding the tasks of the research group in macroeconomics, forecasts, and industrial organization ilkka.kiema@labore.fi