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PhD in Economic and Financial History with focus on Singapore University of Luxembourg in Luxembourg

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PhD

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Computer Science

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Doctoral researcher position at the University of Luxembourg with a fixed-term full-time contract of 36 months. The yearly gross salary is EUR 44,531 (full time).

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Keywords

Computer Science
Political Science
History
Economic History
Archival Studies
Economics
Large Language Models

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Doctoral researcher position in Economic and Financial History with a focus on Singapore at the University of Luxembourg, within the Luxembourg Centre for Contemporary and Digital History (C²DH).

The PhD will be part of the ERC-funded project Digital archaeology of shell companies: infrastructures of global connections and local networks (DIGSHELL). The project studies global tax networks, multi-jurisdictional spaces, offshore structures, and the interactions between nation-states, multinational corporations, financial intermediaries, and international organizations. The Singapore case study is one of several international comparisons, alongside Panama and the British Virgin Islands.

The researcher will begin with preliminary research and source review in Luxembourg, then carry out extended research stays abroad for archival research, fieldwork, and interviews in the target country. The role also includes participation in conferences and events, and publication of results in scientific journals and conferences. The project mentions the use of advanced data analysis, visualization tools, and generative AI / LLMs to support analysis of a large corpus.

Eligibility: completed master’s degree or equivalent in history, economics, political science, social science, or a related field; strong interest in digital history, financial history, offshore studies, fiscal studies, and network research; excellent English; French is an asset; basic Mandarin is an advantage. Applicants must show at least B2-level proficiency in the language of their thesis.

Funding: fixed-term doctoral contract for 36 months; yearly gross salary EUR 44,531 (full time).

Application: apply online via the HR system. Submit a CV, cover letter, transcripts, referee contact details, and a two-page project proposal. Applications are reviewed upon receipt, so early application is encouraged.

Funding details

Doctoral researcher position at the University of Luxembourg with a fixed-term full-time contract of 36 months. The yearly gross salary is EUR 44,531 (full time).

What's required

Applicants must have completed a master’s degree or equivalent in history, economics, political science, social science, or a related field. The ideal candidate should show proven interest in digital history, financial history, offshore studies, fiscal studies, and network research. Excellent English is required; good French is an asset; basic Mandarin is an advantage. Applicants must demonstrate at least B2-level proficiency in the language of their thesis and provide accepted certificates if applicable.

How to apply

Apply online through the HR system using the formal application portal. Include a CV, cover letter, transcripts, referee contact details, and a two-page project proposal. Email applications will not be considered.

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