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Junior Economist

Join STATEC Research to conduct policy-oriented empirical analysis and support the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor.

Best for:Best for quantitative economists with a strong background in applied microeconomics, individual-level datasets, and STATA.

STATEC Research · Belvaux, Luxembourg · R2 · Recognised researcher
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EntrepreneurshipApplied microeconomicsQuantitative methodsProductivityWell-being
This is a research staff position — not a PhD studentship.
Deadline
Dec 31, 2026
78 days
Funding
Salaried
2 years with possibility of extension
Start date
flexible
Fixed-term
Location
Belvaux
Luxembourg

Overview

STATEC Research, the research department of the Statistical Office of Luxembourg, is seeking a Junior Economist for a full-time, two-year initial appointment with possibilities for extension. The successful candidate will perform empirical analysis and research focusing on entrepreneurship, productivity, and well-being, while supporting the implementation of the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) surveys in Luxembourg. Responsibilities include data management, quantitative evaluation, academic publishing, and communicating findings to policy makers and scientific audiences. Applicants must hold a PhD in Economics or a related quantitative discipline and demonstrate strong expertise in applied microeconomics and STATA.

Junior EconomistSTATECGlobal Entrepreneurship MonitorSTATAEmpirical analysisPolicy research

What you'll do

  • Produce, manage, and analyze data for measuring entrepreneurial activity in Luxembourg, including GEM surveys
  • Conduct quantitative analyses and author policy-relevant reports on entrepreneurship for the Luxembourg economy
  • Conduct academic research to contribute to the international scientific community through publications and presentations
  • Contribute to the ongoing development of the organization's strategic research agenda
  • Participate in a collaborative research environment including joint projects, outreach, seminars, and grant proposals
  • Establish cooperation and share knowledge with STATEC's statistical production services
  • Disseminate research findings and methodological developments to scientific audiences, public officials, and policy makers

Requirements

Degree required: PhD in Economics or a closely related quantitative discipline

Language: English; strong written and oral proficiency required

Instruction: English

Publications: Previous publications, particularly in the area of entrepreneurship, are considered an asset.

Required skills
  • Strong background in applied microeconomics and quantitative methods
  • Proven experience working with individual-level datasets
  • Strong expertise in STATA software
  • Ability to meet deadlines and work both independently and collaboratively
  • Strong written and oral communication skills in English
Nice to have
Previous research in small business economics and innovation economicsExperience in survey design and survey implementationKnowledge of policy evaluation toolsFamiliarity with machine learning techniquesProficiency in R or other programming languagesKnowledge of French, German, or Luxembourgish

Funding & terms

Type
Salaried
Amount
—
Duration
2 years with possibility of extension
Programme
Statistical Office of Luxembourg (STATEC)
Statistical Office of Luxembourg (STATEC)

How to apply

Deadline: 2026-12-31

To apply, send a cover letter, full CV, contact details for two referees, and your PhD transcript via email to research.recruit@statec.etat.lu with reference ASBL/2026-02 in the subject line. Alternatively, applicants may participate in interviews at the European Job Market of Economists (EJME) by applying prior to November 27, 2026.

Documents required
  • Cover letter
  • Full CV
  • Name of two referees
  • PhD transcript
✉Apply by email

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