Fully Funded PhD Positions in Applied Macroeconomics and Political Economy 2026 – ETH Zurich, Switzerland
ETH Zurich – Department of Management, Technology and Economics (D-MTEC)
Program Location
• Zurich, Switzerland
ETH Zurich is inviting applications for fully funded PhD positions in Applied Macroeconomics and Political Economy. Hosted by the renowned KOF Swiss Economic Institute, the programme offers aspiring researchers the opportunity to work alongside internationally recognized economists on cutting-edge research in macroeconomics, public finance, political economy, and international economics. Successful candidates will pursue a doctoral degree while contributing to high-impact research in one of Europe's leading universities.
Eligibility Criteria
• Hold (or expect to obtain) a Master's degree in Economics or a related field
• Have a strong background in econometrics and quantitative methods
• Demonstrate interest in empirical economic research
• Have programming skills (Stata, R, Python, or similar)
• Possess excellent English communication skills
Funding / Scholarship Benefits
Successful candidates will receive:
• Fully funded salaried PhD position
• Competitive employment salary and benefits
• Full doctoral training at ETH Zurich
• International conference and workshop opportunities
• Supervision by leading economists
• Access to world-class research facilities
• Professional and academic career development
Eligible Research Areas
• Applied Macroeconomics
• Political Economy
• Public Finance
• International Economics
• International Taxation
• Econometrics
Eligible Countries
• Open to applicants from all countries
30 september 2026