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CEMFI invites applications for a 1-year full-time Research Assistant position (Pre-doc). Candidates should have a strong interest in research in applied microeconomics. The work would relate to several research projects in the areas of Energy and Environmental Economics and Industrial Organization carried out at EnergyEcoLab. The position is funded by the European Research Council Advanced Grant ERC-2023-ADG Project 101142583 — ENERGY-IN-TRANSITION, entitled 'Socio-Economic Challenges and Opportunities of the Energy Transition,' led by Professor Natalia Fabra. The position will be based at CEMFI, one of the leading Economics Departments in Europe. The campus is located in Madrid, Spain.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Obtaining and preparing datasets.
• Conducting statistical and econometric analysis.
• Preparing literature reviews.
• Assisting members of the research team in other aspects of the project.

Desired Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in economics, mathematics, statistics, or related fields. Candidates about to obtain one of these degrees are also eligible. Ideally, candidates should have the intention to work towards a PhD in one of the above disciplines.
• Excellent management and organizational skills. Meticulous, organized, and detail-oriented.
• Strong quantitative skills. Excellent knowledge of Stata or R. Knowledge of Python, web scraping, and text analysis would be an advantage.
• Flexible, self-motivating, independent and able to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Proficient in English.
• Strong interest in academic research.

Job Conditions:

• Full-time position.
• The job will be based at CEMFI in Madrid, Spain.
• Duration: 1 year, from September 1st, 2025, to August 31st, 2026, with the possibility of extension for a second year.

CEMFI is one of the leading Graduate Schools in Europe. We offer highly selective Master and PhD programs in Economics and Finance. All our research and teaching activities are done in English. Our faculty conduct research subject to the highest international standards.

CEMFI recognizes the positive value of diversity and particularly encourages applications from women and candidates with underrepresented demographics regarding disability, gender identity, race, religion, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, or other characteristics.

Application Procedure:

Candidates should apply via this link by March 15, 2025, but the search will not be restricted to such candidates. Candidates should submit a curriculum vitae; a short statement of purpose describing reasons for interest in this position and future career plans; contact details of two recommenders (recommendations will only be solicited for finalists); transcript from Bachelor’s or Master’s; and a writing sample (undergraduate or Master’s thesis) if available.

If you need any further information, you can contact.

Submission Materials Required:

• Cover letter describing interest in the position and future career plans.
• Curriculum vitae.
• Contact details of two recommenders (recommendations will only be solicited for finalists).
• Transcript from Bachelor’s and Master’s (if applicable).
• Writing sample (undergraduate or Master’s thesis) (optional).