The position is designed to foster research related to the project “Technology collaboration networks and innovation. Determinants and effects on competitiveness of Spanish firms” funded by the FBBVA. For further information about the project, please visit [+].

Requirements:
• Ph.D. in Economics, with a specialization in applied economics analysis (applicants should have completed a doctorate by May 2015)
• Skills in applied econometrics and data analysis, particularly in micro panel data models.
• Knowledge of innovation theory and empirics. Knowledge on the geography of innovation an advantage
• Ability to manage large datasets
• Publications and familiarity with research projects an advantage
• Good command of English. Spanish knowledge an advantage

Contract features:
• 15 months contract
• Full Time contract. Starting date: as soon as possible and not later than mid-2015
• Payment: up to 26.400€ gross annual
• Location: Barcelona

Job Description:
The Candidate will take an active role in the development of the project and must demonstrate a strong commitment to research. Candidates in the field of empirical analyses of firm level innovation are particularly encouraged to apply, including the more general areas of
• Innovation
• Applied Microeconomics

Application instructions:
• Application deadline: April 7th, 2015.

Send curriculum vitae and a list of two references with their contact details to: aqr@ub.edu indicating in the title of the message ‘Application for research position’.