OpenFieldSSE SITE Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Transition Economics
Two-year postdoctoral fellowship at the Stockholm Institute of Transition Economics (SITE) analyzing economic development, institutional reforms, and energy transition policy in Eastern Europe.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- PhD in Economics, Econometrics, or Political Economy completed or near completion.
- English language proficiency
- Professional English fluency.
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required.
- Thesis / Research statement
- Working papers ready for submission to top economics journals.
- Recommendation letters
- Three academic reference letters.
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Salaried postdoctoral position: SEK 42,000 to SEK 48,000/month gross plus Swedish social security benefits
- Application fee
- Free employment application via EconJobMarket
- Tuition / joining costs
- Salaried research appointment; no tuition.
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- December 15, 2026 (European Job Market recruitment deadline)
- Last source review
- 2026-10-14
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Stockholm School of Economics documentation reviewed 2026-10-14. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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