Department of Accounting, Corporate Finance and Taxation

Vacancy for a teaching assistant/Ph.D. student in corporate finance

The corporate finance research group of the Department of Accounting, Corporate Finance & Taxation is looking for a motivated Ph.D. student who will pursue a Ph.D. in the field of Corporate Finance. Potential research domains consist of entrepreneurial finance, financial intermediation, dividend policy, mergers and acquisitions, among others. He or she will also assist in the teaching activities at the department, specifically related to the corporate finance domain. This assignment will start on September 1st, 2024.

YOUR TASKS 

  • At least 50% of your assignment will be spent on academic research in preparation of a doctoral dissertation in the field of Corporate Finance. Potential research domains consist of entrepreneurial finance, financial intermediation, dividend policy, mergers and acquisitions, among others.
  • You will assist in the teaching activities at the department, specifically related to the corporate finance domain.
  • You will assist in the internal and external services of the department . 

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR 

  • You hold a degree of Master in Economic Sciences, Applied Economic Sciences (Business Economics), Business Engineering, or in Commercial Sciences. The degree requirement needs to be fulfilled at the start of your appointment
  • For diplomas awarded outside the European Union, a certificate of equivalence (NARIC) must be submitted
  • You are interested in academic and/or project-based research and services
  • Any teaching experience or participation in extra training, conferences, etc. is recommended
  • You have excellent teaching and communication skills

Application deadline: 16.01.2024 23h59. Full text of this vacancy and application instructions.