PhD Position in Economics
University of Amsterdam
Netherlands
Institution: University of Amsterdam (UvA), Amsterdam Business School
Faculty: Economics and Business
Contract Type: Full-time PhD (38 hours/week)
Duration: 4 years (with 18-month probationary period)
Salary: €3,059 – €3,881 gross/month + 8% holiday allowance + 8.3% year-end bonus
Application Deadline: 31 March 2026
Project Overview
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Develop optimization methods to improve the design of tax systems in the Netherlands and internationally.
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Work on TaxSolver, a tool developed with the Dutch Ministry of Finance, focusing on:
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Scaling to national datasets
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Integrating deductibles and behavioral effects
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Multi-year reform planning
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Joint optimization of rates and brackets
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Collaborate with the Dutch Ministry of Finance, UK Tax Authority, and World Bank.
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Present research at international conferences and publish in top-tier journals.
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Assist with teaching activities, including MSc tutorials and thesis supervision.
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Potential research visits to MIT and London Business School (LBS).
Candidate Requirements
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Master’s degree in Business Analytics, Econometrics, Mathematics, or related field with strong background in Optimization.
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Programming skills, ideally Python.
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Strong communication skills in English.
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Motivation for an international academic career and interest in economics/taxation.
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Intellectual curiosity, openness to feedback, and collaborative skills.
Benefits
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Internationally collaborative and impactful project.
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Supervision by an expert team with experience publishing in top-tier journals.
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Opportunities for professional development and research visits abroad.
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Vibrant, international working environment in Amsterdam.
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UvA offers additional benefits: 29 days’ holiday, pension accrual, excellent work-from-home facilities, commuting reimbursement, and training opportunities.
How to Apply
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Submit cover letter and CV as PDF via the UvA application link.
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Contact for questions: Dick den Hertog – [email protected]
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First-round interviews: April–May 2026.
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