Postdoctoral Fellowship in Competition Economics and Regulation (MSCA) at University College Dublin

The University College Dublin Michael Smurfit Graduate Business School, through the CRIEI (Competition and Regulation Industrial Economics Ireland) group, is seeking candidates for the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) Postdoctoral Fellowships. Led by Assistant Professor Catarina Marvão, the group is building a dynamic team of researchers working at the forefront of competition economics and regulation. Research areas of particular interest include cartels, algorithmic collusion, mergers, corporate misconduct (both banking and non-banking), deterrence, common ownership, and the role of institutional investors. The position is ideal for experienced researchers with a strong background in economics, industrial organization, or related fields who are interested in developing independent research projects within these domains. The MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowship is a prestigious, fully funded opportunity that provides a competitive salary, mobility allowance, and research costs. Fellows benefit from a supportive research environment, access to leading experts, and the chance to advance their academic careers in a vibrant international setting. The fellowship covers living and travel expenses, with further details available in the MSCA Work Programme and on the Funding and Tender Opportunities Portal. Applicants must meet the MSCA eligibility criteria, including holding a PhD and having no more than 8 years of research experience post-PhD. Interested candidates should send their CV and a concise (2-page) research idea to Assistant Professor Catarina Marvão ([email protected]) to discuss potential supervision and project fit. Applications for the MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowship open on 9 April, and candidates are encouraged to review the official MSCA guidelines and prepare their proposals in advance. For more information, visit the supervisor's LinkedIn profile or the MSCA How to Apply page . This is an excellent opportunity for researchers aiming to contribute to cutting-edge work in competition economics and regulation at a leading European business school.