Centre Research Fellow (CRF)

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About the Organization

The Misra Centre for Financial Markets and Economy at IIM Ahmedabad is dedicated to supporting contemporary research on financial markets and the economy within the broader economic context. A platform for knowledge dissemination is provided through seminars, conferences, media outreach, and other initiatives. The Centre is responsible for the production and management of key financial and economic databases, such as the Business Inflation Expectation Survey (BIES) and the IIMASFarmsIndia Agri Land Price Index (ISALPI). These databases are widely used by researchers and practitioners, offering valuable insights into financial markets and the Indian economic landscape. The Centre also works on developing and conducting firm-level surveys that aim to assess the business and economic landscape, further contributing to a comprehensive understanding of India's economic environment.

Job Description

The Misra Centre for Financial Markets and Economy (MCFME) at IIM Ahmedabad invites applications for two positions of Centre Research Fellow (CRF). The selected candidates will engage in original, high-quality research on contemporary issues pertaining to Indian and global financial markets and the broader economy. Fellows will work under the guidance of one or more faculty members and are expected to contribute to research projects that aim for publication in leading academic journals. Areas of focus include, but are not limited to, financial markets, macroeconomic policy, market microstructure, regulatory frameworks, and capital markets.

Education Qualification/Required Skills & Experience

• PhD in Finance, Economics, Financial Economics, or a closely related discipline.
• Candidates who have submitted their PhD thesis and are awaiting defence may also be considered, subject to completion within six months of joining.
• Strong foundation in theoretical and empirical research in finance and/or economics.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct independent academic research, as evidenced by publications or working papers.
• Proficiency in econometric modelling, statistical inference, and quantitative analysis.
• Experience handling large-scale financial and macroeconomic datasets.
• Working knowledge of statistical and econometric software such as Stata, R, Python, MATLAB, or EViews.
• Familiarity with data analysis, applied statistics, and the ability to write and execute code for empirical research.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a collaborative research environment. The Fellow is also expected to contribute to the Centre’s ongoing activities and initiatives.

Candidates meeting the above criteria may please fill this form by 10th June 2025. Shortlisted candidates may be invited for a telephone, or Zoom, or in-person interview.

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