The Econometrics group at the Institute of Statistics and Mathematical Methods in Economics invites applications for a PhD position (university assistant prae-doc) limited to expected 4 years for 30 hours/week. Earliest starting date: February 2024.
Tasks:
Conduct research leading to peer-reviewed articles and a PhD dissertation
Assist in teaching (including evaluations, exams and guidance of students)
Participation in scientific functions (conferences, workshops, summer schools, etc.)
Assistance/Collaboration in administrative and organizational tasks of the research unit
Your profile:
Completed Master’s Degree or equivalent (e.g., Dipl.-Ing., Mag.), in Mathematics, Statistics or related field
Strong interest in research
Experience/interest in High-Dimensional Statistics, such as Model Selection and Penalized Estimation
Good communication and writing skills in English
Preferably knowledge of German
We offer:
A wide variety and exciting range of tasks in a collegial team
A range of attractive social benefits (see Fringe-Benefit Catalogue of TU Wien)
Wide range of internal and external training opportunities, various career options
Central location of workplace as well as good accessibility (U1/U4 Karlsplatz)
TU Wien is committed to increasing the proportion of women in particular in leadership positions. Female applicants are explicitly encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to women when equally qualified, unless reasons specific to a male applicant tilt the balance in his favour.

People with special needs are equally encouraged to apply. In case of any questions, please contact the confidant for disabled persons at the university, Mr. Gerhard Neustätter.
Entry level salary is determined by the pay grade B1 of the Austrian collective agreement for university staff. This is a minimum of currently EUR 2,458.00/month gross, 14 times/year for 30 hours/week. Relevant working experiences may increase the monthly income.

We look forward to receiving your application until 25.01.2024.