PhD Research Scholar Positions in Department of Economics in Norway

• Fully funded four-year PhD position.

• Annual salary of NOK 560,000, with annual adjustments.

• Norwegian public health care, pension benefits, and family-friendly environment.

• Personal office space, computer, software access, and extensive library resources.

• Opportunities for funded research stays abroad.

• Integration into NHH’s active international research network.

• Eligible Countries: All nationalities

• Acceptable Course or Subjects: The scholarship will be awarded in the PhD specialisation in Economics, including Industrial Organisation, Macroeconomics, Behavioural Economics, Labour Economics, and Development Economics.

• Admissible Criteria:

  • Must hold a five-year Master’s degree (MSc) in Economics, Business Administration, or an equivalent field.

  • Minimum average grade equivalent to B (4.0) in the Norwegian grading system.

  • Demonstrated academic skills via GMAT or GRE (waivers available for Nordic Master’s degree holders).

  • Proof of English proficiency via TOEFL, IELTS, or PTE Academic (waivers for native speakers, Nordic Master’s degree holders, or degrees taught in English).

  • Submission of a research proposal (2,000–4,000 words) and statement of purpose.

  • Commitment to 25% teaching/research assistance duties.

How to Apply? 

• Apply online through Jobbnorge.

• Upload the required documents separately:

  • Master’s and Bachelor’s degree certificates and transcripts.

  • Research proposal.

  • Statement of purpose.

  • CV.

  • List of publications (if any).

  • Proof of GMAT/GRE and TOEFL/IELTS/PTE Academic (if applicable).

  • Optional: Letters of recommendation sent to [email protected].