Oskar Nordström Skans

Uppsala University is offering a PhD position in Economics with a specialization in AI and the Future of Taxes. The position is based at the Department of Economics and is part of the national graduate school WASP-HS and the Uppsala Center for Fiscal Studies. The research will focus on how AI and automation impact the tax base, welfare state financing, and the design of optimal tax and transfer systems to balance efficiency and fair distribution of economic gains from technological development. The project involves both theoretical modeling and empirical analysis using register data. The PhD program prepares candidates for academic and high-level professional careers, offering a stimulating research environment with regular seminars and international guests. Applicants must have a strong background in economics and analytical skills. The position is fully funded according to local agreements, with a start date of January 12, 2026, or by agreement. The application deadline is October 7, 2025. Supervisors for the project are Professors Spencer Bastani, Eva Mörk, and Oskar Nordström Skans. For more information and to apply, visit the university's recruitment portal.