The PhD Fellowship is funded through the Ad Astra Fellowship of Dr. Eoghan O’Neill. The full-time PhD position in the UCD School of Economics is funded for four years. The candidate will participate in a taught programme for the first year.
The PhD fellow is expected to research topics in econometrics, machine learning, and Bayesian statistics. Examples of potential thesis topics include novel Bayesian machine learning models for causal inference with economic data and applications of machine learning methods to macroeconomic forecasting.
Candidates will ideally have studied economics, mathematics, statistics, computer science, or a related field. Strong quantitative skills are highly advantages. Coding skills are advantageous, though not essential, and the PhD fellow will be expected to develop programming skills, particularly in the statistical software language R. Prior experience with economics is advantageous though not strictly essential.
Informal enquiries regarding the position are welcome (eoghan.oneill1@ucd.ie).
The PhD Fellowship includes:
• Tax-free stipend of €25,000 per year for four years, plus additional top-ups.
• A fee waiver for the four years.
• €4,000 per annum to support research (conference participation and travel, purchase of a computer and software)
Application Process:
Applications should be made to Dr. Eoghan O’Neill (eoghan.oneill1@ucd.ie) by January 31, 2026. The application must include:
- CV including the names of two references. Please include the letters of recommendation along with your application or have your references send them directly to the email above.
- Copy of diplomas and transcripts of records.
- Application letter outlining personal research interests and suitability of the Fellowship.
- If possible, please supply an example of previous research, for example a Bachelor or Master’s thesis, or a research project.
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