PhD Position in Econometrics / Machine Learning

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Our group explores how data and algorithms can drive better decisions under uncertainty - blending ideas from reinforcement learning, optimal control, and stochastic optimization to build robust and Dr. Mirela Keuschnigg Executive Director Ph.D. Programmes GPEF & DIA

I am happy to answer any questions you may have about the Graduate Programme in Economics and Finance (GPEF).

• Excellent Master's degree in Econometrics, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related quantitative field
• Strong analytical and programming skills (e.g., Python, R, Julia)
• Interest in decision making under uncertainty, reinforcement learning, optimization, and/or statistical theory

50 - 100 % (Flexible starting date, earliest 01.01.2026 - runtime for 4 years)

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