Predoctoral Researcher Funding Contract On Financial Inclusion

Predoctoral Researcher Funding Contract on Financial Inclusion

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We are offering a Predoctoral Researcher Funding Contract to work on the project titled "Financial inclusion tools to address the challenges related to accessing financial services".

This contract covers a three-year scholarship to pursue a PhD within the Business and Territorial Competitiveness, Innovation and Sustainability program (CETIS) at the IQS School of Management, Universitat Ramon Llull (Barcelona, Spain).

It includes a full-time employment contract starting in March ****, and full coverage of doctoral tuition fees for the three-year period.

The selected candidate will work within a multidisciplinary research environment, engaging with the Sustainability, Economics and Ethics Research Group (SEE).

The doctoral thesis will be supervised by Dr. Francesc Prior Sanz and Dr. Octasiano Valerio Mendoza.

Key Responsibilities

Carrying out core research activities leading to the completion of PhD thesis within the project "Financial inclusion tools to address the challenges related to accessing financial services".

This includes advanced data processing and analysis, indicator development, and contributions to the experimental research components of the project.

Actively participating in training activities, research seminars, and collaborative initiatives led by SEE research groups.

Assisting With Light Teaching Responsibilities (if Required).
Desired Candidate Profile

Strong academic background with proven interest in financial inclusion and payments, development economics, financial access data analysis, or related fields.

Master's degree (MSc) in finance, economics, data science, engineering, or other relevant disciplines in social or applied sciences.

Strong data processing skills: database management and applied statistics.

Solid methodological background in quantitative analysis for empirical research (econometrics, panel data, statistical computing).

Experience in statistical programming and data processing using tools such as Excel, Stata, MATLAB, Python or similar.

Interest in applied research or experimental design (valued but not mandatory).

Selection Process

Prospective candidates are invited to submit a proposal and brief work plan outlining their research interests and how their background and expertise could contribute to the objectives of the project "Financial inclusion tools to address the challenges related to accessing financial services".

Innovative ideas will be especially valued.

Applications must include the following documents and be submitted no later than 31 January ****:

Project Proposal And Work Plan, Which Must Include
Title.

Project summary (max 100 words).

Detailed description of the proposed work plan (max 2,000 words).

Proposal for publishing and disseminating results.

Academic transcripts for all university degrees and courses (scanned copies accepted).

Letter of motivation.

Two letters of recommendation (at least one from an academic referee).

Proof of English proficiency (TOEFL, IELTS or equivalent).

Other Information

Contact Dr. Prior (******) or Dr. Valerio (******) for questions.

The employment contract will comply with Spanish labor regulations, providing full access to the Spanish Social Security system, including coverage for healthcare, parental leave, and work-related protections.

Equality & Diversity

We are an equal-opportunity employer.

We promote equality and inclusion.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions or any other characteristic protected by law.

We strongly welcome applications from female candidates as they are currently under-represented at this level in this field of knowledge in our School.

We also promote scientific and technological knowledge, business transformation and societal progress.

At IQS we look for professionals committed to both these values.

Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Research, Finance, and Business Development

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