About this role
The PhD specialisation NHH is pleased to announce vacancies in the PhD specialisation in Economics. Candidates admitted to the PhD programme will receive the title of PhD Research Scholar. We are looking for candidates in all fields of economics. Women are particularly encouraged to apply. The Department of Economics is looking for highly motivated and talented individuals. The PhD specialisation in Economics aims to give graduates rigorous training in conducting high-quality scientific research in economics, making use of state-of-the-art empirical and theoretical techniques. The PhD programme prepares PhD research scholars for the international academic job market, for positions at national and international policy institutions, central banks, research organisations, and industry. The Department of Economics offers an international and research-active environment with 45 faculty members and 30 PhD research scholars in various fields. There are three main research groups: Centre for Experimental Research on Fairness, Inequality and Rationality ( FAIR ), the Micro Research Group ( MICRO ), and the Macro, Risk and Sustainability Centre ( MARSCe ). The Department encourages interaction between PhD research scholars and faculty through social gatherings, seminars, and workshops in which PhD research scholars are fully involved. In addition to the training described above, PhD research scholars are integrated into the Department’s international research network and are provided with personal computers, printing facilities, extensive library resources, and a wide range of software. Further information on the Department of Economics and on the PhD specialisation in Economics is available online. Start date: August 2027 The PhD programme The PhD programme at NHH is a four-year fully-funded programme, which combines an intensive course component with research and relevant work experience, preparing the school’s graduates for scholarly positions at recognised international institutions and positions in knowledge-intensive institutions and firms outside of academia. Former PhD graduates have been hired by renowned institutions such as Harvard University, The University of Sydney’s Business School, University of Amsterdam, Tilburg University, Hanken School of Economics, Norwegian universities and business schools, as well as by government, banking, finance and consulting industries. The PhD research scholars will be included in a highly stimulating and rewarding research environment, working closely with faculty members and other PhD research scholars at the school. PhD research scholars participate actively in faculty and research seminars, as well as in workshops. As part of the position, the PhD research scholars allocate 25% of their time to career promoting work such as teaching assistance. They also receive pedagogical training. The place of work is at NHH in Bergen, where the PhD research scholars will have their own office space at their department. The PhD programme gives preference to applicants who address research questions that align with the department’s research interests and the available resources for supervision. As the school aspires gender balance and diversity, female applicants will be given preference if applicants are otherwise equally qualified. NHH offers annual salary of NOK 570 000 (equivalent to approximately EUR 50 741 or USD 58 121) pr. August 2027. For particularly well-qualified applicants, a higher salary may be considered. Thereafter annual adjustment of minimum 3%. The salary ensures a fair standard of living in Norway and is subject to Norwegian taxes and benefits, including public health care benefits and pension savings career guidance and an individual career development plan opportunity to take basic Norwegian language courses research funds for travels and funding for conference participation and research stays abroad to build a wider network and strengthen the research of the PhD research scholar The city of Bergen offers a mild coastal climate and hosts rich opportunities for culture and outdoor activities, as well as a family-friendly environment. Note that public healthcare, public schooling for children, and most other public services are free in Norway. To explore Norway and the city of Bergen, go to visitnorway.com . Eligibility requirements Applicants must meet the eligibility requirements for the PhD programme. Applicants must normally have completed a five-year Master of Science (MSc) degree in Economics and Business Administration or a comparable degree. The average grade must normally correspond to a minimum of B (4.0) in the Norwegian grade system. The Department of Economics requires you to demonstrate both an adequate level of academic skills and an adequate level of English language proficiency (unless you are exempt). We accept the following tests: GMAT or GRE tests to measure your academic skills TOEFL, IELTS or PTE Academic to measure your English language proficiency When applying, you are required to upload a copy of your unofficial test scores in Jobbnorge before the deadline. If you are shortlisted, NHH will ask you to give us access to your official test scores without delay. Exemptions: You are waived from the GMAT or GRE tests if you hold a qualifying master’s degree from a Nordic institution. You are waived from TOEFL, IELTS or PTE Academic tests if you are a native English speaker, if you have a qualifying master’s degree from a Nordic institution or if you have a qualifying master’s degree where the language of tuition was English. For more detailed information about the tests and their minimum scores, please visit our webpage: Admission to the PhD programme| NHH . If you have questions, you may contact [email protected] . Application requirements You are required to upload the following documents with your application in Jobbnorge: Certificate of your master’s degree or equivalent, including transcripts of records. You need to