PhD position at the Department of Economics

15th February 2026
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PhD position at the Department of Economics
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PhD position

There is a vacancy for a PhD position at the Department of Economics. The position is for a fixed-term period of 4 years, of which 25% will be dedicated to teaching, supervision and administrative tasks at the Department.
The Department of Economics seeks highly motivated and talented candidates for the PhD programme in economics. The doctoral programme aims to provide thorough training in economic theory and methods and to educate candidates capable of conducting research of high international quality. The programme prepares candidates for the international academic labour market, as well as for positions in policy-making, public administration, research institutes, and analytical positions in the private and public sectors.

Research at the department covers a broad range of topics within economics, including—but not limited to—labour market and welfare economics, health economics, competition economics, public economics, finance, and applied microeconomics. The research is characterised by strong methodological competence and a close integration of theory, empirical analysis, and socially relevant research questions.

Qualifications and personal qualities:

• The applicant must hold a master's degree or the equivalent in economics.  
• The degree must be completed prior to commencement of the position (tentatively August 2026).
• The requirements are generally a grade B or better on the Master thesis and for the master's degree in total
• Applicants must be able to work independently and in a structured manner and demonstrate good collaborative skills
• The applicant must be proficient in both written and oral English
• Personal and relational qualities will be emphasized. Ambitions and potential will also count when evaluating the candidates

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to the department for an interview. 

About the PhD position (applies to university PhD positions):

About the PhD position:
The duration of the PhD position is 4 years, of which 25 per cent of the time comprises obligatory duties associated with research, teaching and dissemination of results. The employment period for the successful candidate may be reduced if he or she previously has been employed in a PhD position.

About the PhD training:
As a PhD research fellow, you will take part in the PhD programme at the Faculty of Social Sciences, UiB. The programme corresponds to a period of three years and leads to the PhD degree. To be eligible for admission you must normally have an educational background corresponding to a master’s degree with a scope of 120 ECTS credits, which builds on a bachelor’s degree with a scope of 180 ECTS credits (normally 2 + 3 years), or an integrated master’s degree with a scope of 300 ECTS credits (5 years). Master’s degrees must normally include an independent work of a minimum of 30 ECTS credits. It is expected that the topic of the master’s degree is connected to the academic field to which you are seeking admission.

We can offer:

• Salary as PhD (code 1017) NOK 568 700, - per year. Automatic salary increases for up to 4 years with a 3% annual increase
• A good and professionally challenging working environment
• Enrolment in the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund
• Enrolment in the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund
• Good welfare benefits

Your application must include:

Project proposal:
A research proposal of 2-4 pages must accompany the application. The proposal should present the topic, the research problem(s) and choice of theory and methods. The proposal should also include a progress plan for the different parts of the project. Admittance to the PhD programme will be based on the research proposal. The faculty has prepared a guide for writing project descriptions.

Your application must include:

• A cover letter including a brief account of your research interests and motivation for applying for the position
• The names and contact information for two reference persons. One of them must be the main advisor for the master's thesis or equivalent thesis
• Project proposal
• CV
• Transcripts and diplomas showing completion of the bachelor's and master's degrees.
• Relevant certificates/references
• A list of academic publications
• Academic publications that you want to submit for assessment (including your master’s thesis or equivalent)
• If you have a master's degree from an institution outside of the Nordic countries, or a 2-year discipline- based master's degree (or the equivalent) in a subject area other than the one associated with the application, you may later in the application process be asked to submit an overview of the syllabus for the degree you have completed
   

The application and appendices with certified translations into English or a Scandinavian language must be uploaded at Jobbnorge following the link on this page marked “Apply for this job”.

Closing date: 15.02.2026. The application must be marked: 2026/879.

Applications submitted without a project description or applications sent as e-mails will not be considered. Only submitted documents will be subjected to an expert assessment.

General information:

Additional information about the position is obtainable by contacting Head of department: Julian Vedeler Johnsen, julian.johnsen@uib.no

Practical questions regarding the application procedures should be directed to HR adviser Christine Bresil, christine.bresil@uib.no . 

Appointed research fellows will be admitted to the PhD programme at the Faculty of Social Sciences. Questions about the programme may be directed to Senior Adviser: elena.troscenko@uib.no  

Diversity is a strength that enables us to solve our tasks even better. UiB therefore needs qualified employees regardless of gender, ethnicity, religion, worldview, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and age.

The University of Bergen applies the principle of public access to information when recruiting staff for academic positions.

Information about applicants may be made public even if the applicant has asked not to be named on the list of persons who have applied. The applicant must be notified if the request to be omitted is not met.

The successful applicant must comply with the guidelines that apply to the position at all times.

We encourage applicants with disabilities, immigrant backgrounds, or gaps in their CV to apply. By indicating such circumstances in your application, you may receive favourable consideration. We ensure that at least one qualified applicant from each of these groups is invited for an interview as part of our commitment to inclusivity and equal opportunity. For further information about the recruitment process, click here .

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Deadline

15th February 2026

Employer

University of Bergen

Municipality

Bergen

Scope

Fulltime (1 positions) Fulltime (%)

Duration

Fixed Term

Place of service
postboks 7802, 5020 Bergen

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