Ghent University International PhD Position in Bayesian Statistics, Belgium

  •  PhD
  •  15-Jun-2021
  •   Belgium
  • $$  €2.070

The Department of Economics is delighted to invite applications for the PhD Position in Bayesian Statistics applied to topics in microeconomic at Ghent University for the 2021-2022 academic year.

The studentship is designed to give for international students who have a chance to study a PhD degree in Belgium and aims to help them with covering some of their study expenses.

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Ghent University International PhD Position in Bayesian Statistics, Belgium Founded in 1817, Universiteit Gent (Ghent University) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large town of Ghent (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), East Flanders. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Vlaams Ministerie van Onderwijs en Vorming, België (Flemish Ministry of Education and Training, Belgium), Universiteit Gent (UGent) is a very large (uniRank enrollment range: 30,000-34,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Universiteit Gent (UGent) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This higher education institution does not have a selective admission policy. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Eligible Countries: Students from all nationalities are eligible to apply for this application.
  • Acceptable Course or Subjects: PhD Position in Bayesian Statistics Applied to Topics in Microeconomics
  • Admissible Criteria: To be eligible, the applicants must meet all the following criteria:
  • Candidates should hold a master degree in statistics or mathematics, be familiar with Bayesian hierarchical modelling, and should have an interest in applying these methods to questions in economics and decision making.
  • They should belong to the top 10% of their class.
  • Candidates with a master degree in economics or psychology will also be considered if they can show a strong quantitative background and advanced knowledge of Bayesian statistics.
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Offered Benefits

The position provides a monthly scholarship of approximately €2.070 (net), social security (health insurance and pension contributions), end-of-year and holiday bonus, travel and computer equipment resources, and other benefits.

Application Process

  • How to Apply: While applying for the grant the initial step is to apply for affirmation. For taking the affirmation right off the students are required needs to pick a PhD degree coursework at the university. After being enrolled at the university, claimants can apply for the fund by submitting their application through email to Prof. Ferdinand Vieider at [email protected]
  • Supporting Documents: To apply, please send a cover letter, CV, details of the master courses taken (including transcripts, grades, and comparative rankings) and, if available, some examples of research work (e.g., a master thesis).
  • Admission Requirements: You must have a master’s degree from a recognized university.
  • Language Requirement: All seekers need to provide valid proof of the required level of Dutch at level B2 for the program.
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