International PhD Positions in Operations Research & Econometrics, Netherlands

  •  PhD
  •  06-May-2025
  •   Netherlands
  • $$  €2,901 to €3,707 per month (gross salary), plus holiday and year-end bonuses, and additional employment benefits

The Department of Quantitative Economics at Maastricht University’s School of Business and Economics is offering two fully funded PhD positions in Operations Research and Econometrics.

To be eligible for these PhD positions, applicants must have (or be close to completing) a master’s degree in operations research, econometrics, data science, mathematics, computer science, or a related field. They should have strong academic records, good programming skills (preferably in Python, R, Julia, or C++), and be fluent in English. Candidates should also have a clear interest in the research areas outlined for each position.

Founded in 1976, Maastricht University (UM) is a public research university in Maastricht, Netherlands. Known for its innovative, problem-based learning approach, UM offers a wide range of programs across disciplines like medicine, law, economics, and social sciences. With a strong international focus, it attracts over 22,000 students, nearly half from abroad, fostering a diverse, vibrant academic community. UM ranks highly globally for its research output and interdisciplinary education, emphasizing critical thinking and collaboration.

Universiteit Maastricht Information

Universiteit Maastricht Grants

International PhD Positions in Operations Research & Econometrics, Netherlands Founded in 1976, Universiteit Maastricht (Maastricht University) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large town of Maastricht (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Limburg. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Ministerie van Onderwijs, Cultuur en Wetenschap, Nederland (Ministry of Education, Culture and Science, Netherlands), Universiteit Maastricht (UM) is a large (uniRank enrollment range: 15,000-19,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Universiteit Maastricht (UM) 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 43 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Eligible Countries: Open to applicants of all nationalities

  • Acceptable Course or Subjects: The scholarship will be awarded in:

    • Operations Research

    • Econometrics

    • Data Science

    • Mathematics

    • Computer Science

    • or a closely related discipline offered by Maastricht University

  • Admissible Criteria: To be eligible, applicants must meet the following criteria:

    • Hold (or be near completion of) a Master’s degree in Operations Research, Econometrics, Data Science, Mathematics, Computer Science, or equivalent.

    • Demonstrate excellent academic performance.

    • Possess proficient programming skills (ideally in Python, R, Julia, or C++).

    • Have strong English language skills, both written and spoken.

    • Be interested in research topics involving heuristic algorithms and (Explainable) AI (for the Operations Research position) or machine learning for time series econometrics (for the Econometrics position).

    • Preferably be able to start by September 1, 2025.

Offered Benefits

  • A full-time employment contract (1.0 FTE) for an initial period of 18 months, with the possibility of extension for another 2.5 years after positive evaluation.

  • Monthly salary ranging between €2,901 and €3,707 gross (based on full-time 38 hours/week).

  • Additional benefits:

    • 8.0% holiday allowance

    • 8.3% year-end bonus

    • 29 vacation days plus 4 additional public holidays

    • Flexible working hours and partial remote work possibilities

    • Commuting and internet allowance

    • Access to extensive sports facilities and participation in company fitness programs

    • Professional development support through a wide range of training programs

    • Good pension scheme with ABP.

Application Process

Interested candidates must submit their applications no later than May 6, 2025. Applications must include:

  • A motivation letter, including a description of a general research topic of interest for the PhD.

  • Curriculum Vitae (CV).

  • Grade list (transcript).

  • At least two reference letters from relevant scholars.

For more information or inquiries:

  • Operations Research: Contact Lissa Melis ( )

  • Econometrics: Contact Tobias Hartl ( )

Apply through the Maastricht University application portal.

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