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Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Theoretical Econometrics / Mathematical Statistics at the University of Oxford University of Oxford in United Kingdom

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Postdoc

Field of study

Mathematics

Funding

Full funding available

Deadline

Sep 30, 2026

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United Kingdom

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University of Oxford

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Mathematics
Mathematical Statistics
Robust Statistics
Economics
Statistics

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About this position

University of Oxford, Department of Economics is advertising a Postdoctoral Research Fellow position in Theoretical Econometrics / Mathematical Statistics (Ref: 187525) under the ERC Consolidator Grant HIDIHigh-Dimensional Hypothesis Testing.

The project is led by Prof. Anders Bredahl Kock and focuses on new theoretical and methodological advances in high-dimensional hypothesis testing. Research topics include robust estimation under heavy-tailed distributions, adversarial contamination, and high-dimensional Gaussian and bootstrap approximations.

The role is based at the Manor Road Building, Oxford, UK. It is a fixed-term appointment for 12 months from 1 Jan 2027, with a possible extension for a further 12 months subject to funding. Salary is listed as Research Grade 7, £39,424–£47,779 per annum.

This is a strong fit for candidates with a background in economics, statistics, or closely related quantitative fields, especially those with experience in asymptotic theory, robust inference, and high-dimensional methods.

How to apply: Apply via EconJobMarket (EJM) using the linked posting. The deadline is 30 September 2026, 11:59pm UTC. Interviews are expected in early October 2026 and will be held online.

Funding details

Full funding including tuition fees and living expenses is available for this position. The scholarship covers all educational costs and provides a monthly stipend.

How to apply

Please submit your application including a cover letter, CV, academic transcripts, and contact information for two references. Applications should be sent via the online portal before the deadline.

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