Opportunities

niversität Hohenheim
DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURAL ECONOMICS
AND SOCIAL SCIENCES IN THE TROPICS AND SUBTROPICS
Chair of Rural Development Theory and Policy
Prof. Dr. Manfred Zeller
Universität Hohenheim (490 A) D - 70593 Stuttgart .

Stuttgart-Hohenheim, 23.01.2009
Telefon: +49-(0)711- 459-22175
Telefax: +49-(0)711- 459-23934



Post-Doctoral Fellow in Rural Development Economics

The Department of Agricultural Economics and Social Sciences in the Tropics and
Subtropics, Chair of Rural Development Theory and Policy (Prof. Dr. Manfred Zeller), Faculty
of Agricultural Sciences, University of Hohenheim, has an opening for a post-doctoral
position in rural development economics.

The post-doctoral researcher will participate in on-going research projects of the Department,
for example regarding impact assessment of microfinance and safety net programs using
panel household data in Cambodia or Ethiopia, analysis of changes of land tenure and
agrarian structure in China, and institutional analysis of agricultural cooperatives and contract
farming, and quantitative analysis of poverty and food security. Subject to his or her research
interest, the fellow will identify one or more selected research areas in the field of rural
development economics, initiate new research projects, and guide doctoral and master
students in these areas. While research and related publications are the core activity, the
post-doctoral fellow is expected to teach each semester a course (about 3 teaching hours per
week) at M.Sc. and Ph.D. level in agricultural and rural development economics.

Successful candidates should have a very good Ph.D. degree (or equivalent) in agricultural
economics, economics, economic geography, or related discipline. An in-depth knowledge
and experience (to be documented through publications) is required in any one of the
following quantitative methods (applied econometrics, experimental economics, general
equilibrium models and social accounting matrices, spatial statistics/econometrics and GIS,
or agricultural sector models). Additional qualifications may include field research experience
in rural areas of developing countries, excellent command of the English language, and very
good computer skills. Proficiency in other languages (especially German, French or
Spanish), and teaching experience, are welcome additional qualifications.

The position can be filled on March 1, 2009 or later. Depending on qualifications of the
candidate, the position can be offered for an initial period of 2 - 3 years. The University of
Hohenheim strongly encourages qualified women to apply. Only short-listed candidates will
be contacted.

Applications (CV, publication record, scanned M.Sc. and Ph.D. transcripts) should be sent by
e-mail to Ms Contag at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. before Feb 16, 2008. Applications after
this date may be considered in the case that the position is not yet filled. Information on the
department can be obtained at:
https://www.uni-
hohenheim.de/1597.html?&no_cache=1&typo3state=institutions&lsfid=548&L=1

Source: ATSAF.de