The NHH Norwegian School of Economics is inviting applications for PhD Research Scholar Positions in Department of Economics, starting in August 2026. This prestigious four-year program offers advanced training in fields such as Industrial Organisation, Macroeconomics, Behavioural Economics, Labour Economics, and Development Economics.

To be eligible, applicants must normally hold a five-year master’s degree (MSc) in Economics, Business Administration, or a comparable field, with an average grade equivalent to at least B (4.0) in the Norwegian grading system.

NHH Norwegian School of Economics, located in Bergen, is one of Europe’s leading business schools, renowned for its high-quality education, strong ethical standards, and internationally recognized research environment. Established in close collaboration with the business community, NHH partners with 195 universities and business schools worldwide, fostering global knowledge exchange.

Application Deadline: 15 September 2025.

Brief Description

• University or Organization: NHH Norwegian School of Economics

• Department: Department of Economics

• Course Level: PhD

• Award: Annual salary of NOK 560,000 (~EUR 48,430 or USD 55,770), plus benefits

• Access Mode: Online

• Number of Awards: 2

• Nationality: International

• The award can be taken in: Norway

Eligibility

• 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].

Benefits

• 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.

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