Research Fellow: Economics

Job Title: Research Fellow: Economics

Job Responsibilities:
Position Overview:
Candidate should be able to produce relevant and original research in the Institute's principal areas of interest.

The Research Fellow will undertake high-quality independent academic research under the guidance and direction of the Research Director at the Institute, and will be expected to lead significant projects and to make a major contribution to the Institute's research and policy output.


Essential Duties and Responsibilities: (other duties may be assigned)
-Lead researcher or Co- researcher participating in the design and conduct of studies.
-Presentation of research, including dissemination at scientific conferences and submission of manuscripts to peer-reviewed scientific journals.

Qualifications:
-Advanced analytical & technical skills
-Ability to communicate effectively with peers, and mid-level researchers.
-Demonstrated expertise in the field, including publications in peer reviewed journals, is required.

Education and Experience :
-PhD in Economics or equivalent from an accredited university, with more than five years of experience as a full-time Research Associate; Or with one year experience as a full-time Research Fellow at an accredited University or Institution; and has published valuable scientific publications in his/her field of specialization after obtaining his/her PhD.


Language Skills :
Competent in written and spoken Arabic & English

Job Location :
Ramallah city, West Bank, Palestine

Starting Date :
Immediately or by the start of Summer Vacation

Interested candidates should send their curriculum vitae and a cover letter no later than 15th April 2012 to

or by fax at +9722-2987055.