University of Kiel, The Kiel Institute for the World Economy offers doctoral position in the field of neuroeconomics in Germany. The position is based on the German public pay scale (TV-L 13 for PhD-positions). The duration of doctoral position is initially for two years, with the perspective of subsequent prolongation for the complete duration of this project (three years). Applicants must hold a diploma or master degree in one of these or related disciplines to apply. Students must have proficiency in English and should have an experience with mathematical or statistical software. The person with disability is encouraged to apply.
Study Subject(s): The scholarship is provided in neurobiological foundations of economic decision making under uncertainty and excessive risk taking.
Course Level: This scholarship is available for pursuing PhD degree level.
Scholarship Provider: The Kiel Institute for the World Economy, University of Kiel
Scholarship can be taken at: Germany
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( votes)Eligibility: -The PhD-position is part of a large interdisciplinary project.
-The topic is in the field of neuroeconomics in which economists, psychologists and neuroscientists are involved. Therefore, candidates holding a diploma or master degree in one of these or related disciplines are invited to apply.
-Applicants need to be fluent in English.
-Experience with mathematical or statistical software is advantageous.
Scholarship Open for Students of Following Countries: The students of Germany can apply for this scholarship.
Scholarship Description: 
The Kiel Institute is an equal opportunity employer. The Kiel Institute works individually with its employees to establish flexible working time schemes that allow them to maintain a good work-family balance and to parent their children optimally. The Foundation is committed to employing persons with disabilities and will thus give them preference over persons without disabilities if they are equally qualified.
Number of awards offered: Not Known
Duration of award(s): Appointments are initially for two years, with the perspective of subsequent prolongation for the complete duration of this project (three years). The positions can be filled immediately.
What does it cover? The salary is based on the German public pay scale (TV-L 13 for PhD-positions).
Selection Criteria: Not Known
Notification: Not Known
How to Apply: Applicants should provide a cover letter, CV, certificates, writing sample, references, and copies of degree certificates at: https://www.ifw-kiel.de/about-us/job-vacancies/Application_Form
Scholarship Application Deadline: The application deadline is February 15, 2013.
