Fully Funded PhD in Finance/Economics

Fully Funded PhD in Finance/Economics 2026 | IÉSEG School of Management, France – Apply Now

The IÉSEG School of Management invites applications for a Fully Funded PhD Position in Finance/Economics starting in September 2026 at its Lille campus. This opportunity is part of the GENRECO Project, focusing on the intersection of gender, psychology, and academic careers in economics.

This PhD position offers a unique chance to work in an international, interdisciplinary research environment with strong exposure to empirical research and econometric analysis.

Key Highlights

Institution: IÉSEG School of Management
Research Unit: LEM (Lille Economics and Management) (CNRS-UMR 9221)
Position: Teaching & Research Assistant (PhD Position)
Location: Lille, France
Start Date: September 2026
Funding: Fully Funded (~€2,300/month)
Project: GENRECO (Gender, Psychology & Academic Careers)

Research Project Overview

Study gender disparities in economics and academia
Analyze personality traits (Big Five) and value systems (Schwartz Theory)
Explore career trajectories from PhD to faculty level
Conduct large-scale survey data collection (France + international scope)
Apply advanced statistical and econometric methods

Supervision & Research Environment

Supervised by Aurore Burietz-Barakat in collaboration with Caroline Perrin
Interdisciplinary exposure across economics, management, and social sciences
Access to a global academic network and research collaborations

Eligibility Criteria

Master’s degree in Economics, Finance, Management, or related disciplines
Strong interest in gender studies, behavioral economics, or academic careers
Good knowledge of econometrics and statistical tools (R, Stata, Python)
Experience in data collection or survey analysis is an advantage
Strong analytical, research, and communication skills (English required)

Why Apply?

Work on a high-impact and policy-relevant research topic
Develop strong skills in quantitative research and econometrics
Access to interdisciplinary and international research ecosystem
Opportunity to contribute to gender equality and academic policy research

Working Conditions

Contract Type: Research contract
Salary: ~€2,300/month (competitive European standards)
Access to university facilities, research training, and doctoral programs
Participation in structured PhD training (Doctoral School SESAM)

Application Process

Candidates must submit:

Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Academic Transcripts (Bachelor’s & Master’s)
Two Letters of Recommendation
Research Sample (Thesis/Project)
Motivation Letter

📧 For queries: a.burietz@ieseg.fr | phd.recruitment@ieseg.fr

Important Dates

Application Deadline: 03 May 2026
Interview Dates: 04–08 May 2026
Final Selection Deadline: 15 May 2026

🌐 Official Website

Apply through the official website:
👉 https://www.ieseg.fr

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