Erika Deserranno

Bocconi University is offering a 2-year postdoctoral position in the field of development and personnel economics, supervised by Associate Professor Erika Deserranno. The research will focus on projects aimed at improving worker productivity in both private and public organizations, spanning low- and high-income country contexts. The position is based at Bocconi University in Italy, a leading institution in economics and business research. The successful candidate will join a vibrant research environment and collaborate closely with Professor Deserranno, whose expertise includes development, personnel, and organizational economics. The postdoc will contribute to ongoing and new projects, utilizing quantitative and empirical methods to analyze productivity and organizational outcomes. The role is ideal for candidates with a strong background in economics, particularly those interested in the intersection of development and organizational studies. Applicants should hold a PhD in Economics or a related discipline and demonstrate strong analytical and research skills. Experience with empirical research and a keen interest in worker productivity and organizational performance are highly valued. The position is fully funded for two years, though specific salary details are not disclosed in the announcement. Interested candidates should apply online through the Bocconi University job market portal before the deadline of March 18, 2026. For more information, applicants may refer to the official announcement or contact Professor Deserranno directly via her social media profile.

Bocconi University is offering a predoc position under the supervision of Associate Professor Erika Deserranno. The research focuses on development and personnel economics, specifically studying how to improve worker productivity in both private and public organizations across low- and high-income countries. This opportunity is ideal for candidates interested in empirical research on labor markets, organizational behavior, and economic development. The position will start in the summer and involves working on projects that aim to generate insights into effective strategies for enhancing productivity in diverse economic contexts. Applicants are encouraged to review the full job ad for detailed requirements and application procedures. Bocconi University, located in Italy, is renowned for its research in economics and business, providing a stimulating environment for early-career researchers. Interested candidates should have a keen interest in the relevant research areas and be motivated to contribute to impactful projects. For more information and to apply, please refer to the provided job ad link.

Bocconi University in Milan, Italy, is offering a full-time predoctoral fellow position in Organizational and Development Economics, supervised by Prof. Erika Deserranno and the Laboratory for Effective Anti-poverty Policies (LEAP). The fellowship is designed for candidates interested in supporting research projects focused on development, organizational, and personnel economics, with a particular emphasis on worker productivity in both private and public sectors. Research topics include the role of middle managers in large U.S. retail chains and the effects of job rotation and performance incentives among microfinance loan officers in Uganda. The research team collaborates internationally, with projects spanning the U.S., Italy, Sierra Leone, Uganda, and India. Key responsibilities include data cleaning and econometric analysis, managing and analyzing large datasets, writing simple theory models, preparing literature reviews, assisting with project design and implementation, brainstorming, field experiment design and supervision, model building, data processing and visualization, and academic writing. The position is ideal for candidates considering a future PhD in economics or related fields. Applicants must hold a Master's degree in Economics, Statistics, or a related field, and demonstrate strong quantitative skills, advanced knowledge of Stata and R, excellent English communication, and a keen interest in academic research. Proficiency in LaTeX is desirable. The role requires meticulousness, organizational skills, self-motivation, and the ability to work independently while taking direction. The fellowship duration is 1-2 years, with a flexible start date in Summer 2026. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. To apply, candidates should send a CV, academic transcripts, a short cover letter, and the name of at least one reference to [email protected]. For more information, visit the LEAP Lab website. This opportunity provides hands-on experience in high-impact research at the intersection of economics, public policy, and efforts to reduce inequality.