The University of Zurich is offering pre-doctoral research fellowships in the Department of Economics, designed for aspiring PhD candidates from low- and middle-income countries or those with refugee/asylum seeker backgrounds. These positions provide substantive opportunities for on-the-job learning about academic research in economics, including brainstorming, literature reviews, project management, data analysis, and writing. Fellows work closely with professors and become part of a vibrant research community, receiving hands-on mentoring throughout their tenure. Applicants should hold a master's or bachelor's degree (completed within the last 5 years) in economics or a related quantitative social science field, with strong grades and math skills. Proficiency in STATA, R, or Python is required, and familiarity with other statistical or programming languages is advantageous. Fluency in English is mandatory, and candidates must submit 1–3 recommendation letters from academic referees. Preferred qualifications include knowledge of causal inference methods, prior research experience, high GRE Quant scores, and the ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines. Eligibility is limited to candidates who have grown up in low- or middle-income countries (as defined by the World Bank), first-generation university students, or those with refugee/asylum/forced migration backgrounds. The predoctoral position is full-time, with a 70% research and 30% on-the-job learning commitment. Previous fellows have worked with a distinguished group of professors at UZH, including Sandro Ambühl, Lorenzo Casaburi, Ana Costa-Ramon, David Dorn, Thomas Graeber, David Hémous, Mathias Hoffmann, Ronak Jain, Dina Pomeranz, Hans-Joachim Voth, David Yanagizawa-Drott, and Ulf Zölitz. While no explicit funding details are provided, the fellowship offers professional development, mentoring, and integration into a leading research environment. Interested candidates should apply via the Global Talent Common Application, ensuring all required documents and eligibility proofs are included.