Graduate Program in Economics and Finance (GPEF) - Fully funded Ph.D. Positions

The Graduate Programme in Economics and Finance (GPEF) at the University of St. Gallen is inviting applications for its

Fully funded Ph.D. Positions - (Economics, Econometrics, or Finance)

The GPEF offers a structured Ph.D. programme tailored towards a high-quality and internationally oriented education in economics, econometrics, and financial research. Graduates are regularly selected for very reputable academic and non-academic positions. The University of St. Gallen is one of the most renowned universities in the fields of finance, economics, and business in Europe. 

Successful candidates have acquired (or are about to complete) a master’s degree in economics, econometrics, finance, or a related field with excellent grades, and have a strong motivation to conduct own research. They can choose to enrol either in the PhD programme in Economics & Econometrics (PEcon) or PhD Programme in Finance (PiF), starting fall semester 2025. Ph.D. students are funded through teaching and research assistant positions with very competitive salaries. We offer a vibrant research community and financial support to research activities.

For details on vacancies and the application process and admission requirements, please visit our Admission website:
•    PEcon (Economics and Econometrics) & Research Assistant Positions Intake Fall 2025
•    PiF (Finance) & Research Assistant Positions Intake Fall 2025

For full consideration, please submit your application by 31 January 2025. 

For further information please contact gpef@unisg.ch (Dr. Mirela Keuschnigg).

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