Postdoctoral Researcher in Behavioral Economics and Applied Economics

Department of Economics The Department of Economics at SLU is now seeking a postdoctoral researcher in applied economics with a strong interest in decision-making within the food sector and sustainability-related challenges. About the Position The position is located within the research group Decision-Making and Management and offers the opportunity to develop and lead an independent research agenda in applied economics. The successful candidate is expected to contribute to and collaborate in ongoing research activities within the group while developing their own research ideas in line with the group's overall direction. The research group employs a broad spectrum of applied economic methods, including laboratory and survey-based experiments, field experiments, randomized controlled trials, and analysis of observational data. The research also includes methodological contributions related to consumer behavior, preference analysis, and decision-making under various information and institutional conditions. Research in the group is primarily grounded in economics and business economics, but is also conducted in collaboration with researchers from other disciplines. The successful candidate is expected to work independently and take an active role in developing new research projects and collaborations. At the same time, the position requires active participation in the research environment through collaboration, joint idea development, and contributions to the research group's and department's activities. Teaching may be included in the position, up to 20%. Your Background A doctoral degree in economics or a closely related field must be completed before employment begins. If the doctoral degree has not yet been completed at the time of application, the planned dissertation date should be indicated in the application. The doctoral degree must have been completed no more than three years before the employment start date. We are seeking candidates with a strong interest in applied microeconomic research related to decision-making within the food sector. Relevant research areas include consumer behavior, farmer decision-making, behavioral economics, food and agricultural policy, and related areas within applied economics. Applicants should have experience with experimental methods and/or empirical analysis of observational data with a focus on causal inference. Experience with methods such as laboratory or survey-based experiments, randomized controlled trials, scanner or purchase data, and causal econometric analysis is particularly meritorious. Methodological research related to experiments, decision-making, and preference analysis is also relevant for the position. To succeed in this role, documented experience in conducting high-quality research and strong analytical skills are required. The successful candidate should be able to work independently, formulate and lead their own research agenda, and actively contribute to collaborative research environments. We place great emphasis on the ability to initiate new research ideas, collaborate constructively with colleagues, and contribute to the research group's and department's intellectual environment. A strong publication record relative to career stage is considered meritorious. Excellent ability to communicate in English, both orally and in writing, is a requirement. Great weight will be placed on personal qualities. About Us The Department of Economics conducts research and teaching in both business economics and economics. Unique to the department is the strong emphasis on applied science, often in collaboration with the university's natural science subjects. Our activities relate to the food chain and environmental and sustainability issues – from farm to table – and we are organized around four research groups with focus on: entrepreneurship and innovation, decision-making and business management, agricultural sector economics, and natural resource and environmental economics. On behalf of the Ministry of Enterprise and Innovation, we operate the AgriFood Economics Center together with Lund University. The department has over 65 employees, of which approximately 17 are doctoral students. The position will be placed within the research group Decision-Making and Management. We strive to develop high-quality research with relevance for both society and enterprises in the green sector. In this group, the successful candidate will work in a stimulating environment with leading expertise and a broad network within experimental methods, behavioral decision-making, sustainability reporting, and finance and risk analysis. The research primarily concerns farmers, food value chains, and consumers. The group consists of 7 members, including two doctoral students, researchers, assistant professors, and a professor. The successful applicant will also have good opportunities to learn from and interact with other postdoctoral researchers at the department. More information about the department: https://www.slu.se/om-slu/organisation/institutioner/ekonomi/ Read more about our benefits and what it is like to work at SLU at https://www.slu.se/om-slu/jobba-pa-slu/ Location: Uppsala Type of Employment: Fixed-term postdoctoral position for 24 months. Scope: 100% Start Date: By agreement. October 2026 is preferred. Application: Welcome to submit your application via the application button below no later than September 9, 2026. The application should include: CV including any publication list and contact information for at least two references who are familiar with the applicant and their qualifications. Description of previous and ongoing research and a statement of the applicant's relevance for obtaining the position. Description of preliminary research ideas is welcome. (Maximum two A4 pages.) Copy of degree certificate, link to or copy of the doctoral dissertation, or proof of planned dissertation date. If the applicant is from a country outside the EU and does not have English as a native language, an official certificate proving English language proficiency is required. Selected applicants will be invited for an interview. Union Representatives: https://internt.slu.se/min-anstallning/facket/kontaktpersoner/

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