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PhD in Geospatial Economics and Information Systems at the University of Luxembourg University of Luxembourg in Luxembourg

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PhD

Field of study

Computer Science

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Doctoral researcher position with a yearly gross salary of EUR 44,531 for full-time work; fixed-term contract for 36 months.

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Luxembourg

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University of Luxembourg

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Keywords

Computer Science
Information Technology
Geography
Business
Spatial Analysis
Fintech
Qualitative Method
Spatial Econometrics
Economics
Statistics
Information Systems
Econometrics

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Doctoral Researcher opening at the University of Luxembourg, within the Interdisciplinary Centre for Security, Reliability and Trust (SnT) and the FINATRAX Research Group. The project focuses on geospatial economics, information systems, econometrics, and geo-spatial analysis, with an industry partnership involving Banque Centrale du Luxembourg (BCL) and research on cash infrastructures and financial services.

The successful candidate will be enrolled in the PhD program in Computer Science and Computer Engineering with a specialisation in Information Systems. Research may include quantitative and/or qualitative methods, surveys, interviews, and dissemination through scientific publications and conferences. The role is also connected to Prof. Gilbert Fridgen’s PayPal-FNR PEARL Research Grant and the FutureFinTech National Centre of Excellence in Research and Innovation.

Eligibility highlights: Master’s degree in economics, geoinformatics, geographic IS, economics of IS, or a related field; foundational skills in STATA, R, Python, QGIS, or ArcGIS; strong interest in econometrics, geo-spatial analysis, modelling, and socio-technical research; willingness to work on the partner’s premises in Luxembourg City for 1–2 days per week; strong English proficiency (C1/C2, no certificate required). Applicants must also show at least B2-level proficiency in the language of their thesis.

Funding: fixed-term full-time doctoral contract for 36 months with a yearly gross salary of EUR 44,531.

How to apply: submit a CV, a cover letter with two motivation statements (each minimum 300 words), and transcripts of all university-level modules and results. Apply online through the HR system; email applications will not be considered. Early application is encouraged because applications are processed upon receipt.

Location: Kirchberg Campus, Luxembourg.

Funding details

Doctoral researcher position with a yearly gross salary of EUR 44,531 for full-time work; fixed-term contract for 36 months.

What's required

Master’s degree in economics, geoinformatics, geographic information systems, economics of information systems, or a related field; interest in econometrics, geo-spatial analysis, and/or modelling; foundational knowledge in at least one of STATA, R, Python, QGIS, or ArcGIS; interest in applying quantitative and/or qualitative research methods to industry and research challenges; willingness to work on the partner’s premises in Luxembourg City for 1–2 days per week; collaborative, self-initiated, creative, curious, flexible, and enthusiastic. English proficiency at C1/C2 is required with no certificate needed. Applicants must also demonstrate at least B2-level proficiency in the language of their thesis.

How to apply

Prepare a CV, a cover letter with at least 300 words on your motivation for a doctoral program and why in Luxembourg, a second 300-word statement on motivation for this topic, and transcripts of all university-level modules and results. Apply online through the HR system; email applications will not be considered.

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