The Courant Research Centre “Poverty, Equity and Growth in Developing and
Transition Countries: Statistical Methods and Empirical Analyses” at the
University of Göttingen invites applications for a
PhD position in (Applied) Statistics
The position is available October 1, 2008, fixed for 3 years and has no
teaching duties. Knowledge of German is helpful, but not required.
The Courant Research Centre combines a unique and recently established pool
of researchers from the Faculties of Economics, Agriculture and Mathematics.
The interdisciplinary character of research provides a stimulating and
inspiring environment. A statistical or empirical PhD project can also be
conducted within the PhD Certificate Programme of the Centre for Statistics
(http://www.zfs.uni-goettingen.de/index.php?id=4).
The candidates are expected to have a qualified degree in Statistics,
Mathematics or related fields. Graduates in Economics with a strong
quantitative methodological background are also encouraged to apply. The
ideal candidate will have interests in nonparametric regression and a good
knowledge of statistical software.
Applications including a CV, academic transcripts and a covering letter in
English or German are requested by latest August 1, 2008 and should be sent
by email to Dr. Tatyana Krivobokova ([log in to unmask]).
For more information visit http://www.uni-goettingen.de/en/66847.html or
send your informal inquires to Tatyana Krivobokova ([log in to unmask]).
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