About the Role

Located in Sydney, the Department of Economics at Macquarie University invites applications for a postdoctoral researcher to join a research project led by Professor Shuping Shi.

The project has two research directions:

1- Developing and applying econometric methods for counterfactual policy evaluation when outcomes follow nonstationary processes, and

2- Advancing high-frequency econometric methods for studying financial-market dynamics using intraday data.

The successful candidate will contribute to one or both directions.

About Us 

Macquarie Business School is a leading business and economics school, bringing together expertise across accounting, actuarial studies, applied finance, economics, management and marketing. Its strong industry connections help link academic knowledge with real-world business and policy challenges.
 
Within the Faculty, the Department of Economics has research expertise across applied econometrics, financial economics and econometrics, macroeconomics, behavioural economics and development economics.

Essential Selection Criteria

• A PhD, completed or near completion by the commencement date, in econometrics, statistics, economics or a related field,
• A strong record of research achievement in econometrics, statistics or a related field, evidenced by high-quality publications, working papers and/or a doctoral thesis.
• The ability to contribute to the supervision of postgraduate research students.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct research independently and work collaboratively.
• Experience presenting research findings at academic conferences or seminars.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Advanced computing and programming skills, including proficiency in one or more of MATLAB, R or Python.

Note: This position requires the successful candidate to undergo a criminal history check and an academic qualification check. 

How to Apply

To be considered for this position, please apply online with your CV and a cover letter outlining how your experience meets the selection criteria (above).

Please also include, as part of your application:

• An academic CV listing publications and working papers
• One or two research papers, including your job market paper where applicable
• Contact details for three referees

Applications Close: Sunday 6 December 2026 at 11:59 p.m. (AEDT)

Note: Shortlisted candidates may be invited to a virtual interview from mid-December 2026.

*** International applicants are welcome to apply and visa sponsorship, and relocation assistance may be considered for the preferred candidate. 

*** We reserve the right to progress or decline an application prior to the application closing date.

For enquiries, or a confidential conversation about the role, please contact Professor Shuping Shi, Chief Investigator and Professor of Economics at shuping.shi@mq.edu.au.

Pre-Employment Checks

Macquarie University cultivates a workplace defined by safety, ethical conduct, and strong integrity. Prior to completion of an offer of employment, preferred candidates will be required to participate in a combination of pre-employment checks relevant to the role they have applied for.

Your employment is conditional upon the completion and maintenance of all role-required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University.

Why Joins Us?

Macquarie is a university engaged with the real and often complex problems and opportunities that define our lives. Since our foundation in 1964, we have aspired to be a different type of university. Over the years, we have grown to become the centre of a vibrant local and global community. Connect with us today.

• We rank amongst the top employers in the Australian Workplace Employers Index.
• Explore the fantastic benefits available to you when you become part of the team at Macquarie University.
• Flexible, hybrid work arrangements
• 17% Superannuation
• Subsidised onsite parking options
• Extensive training and professional development programs
• Onsite childcare facilities to support working parents
• Onsite vacation care during school holidays
• Discounted health insurance
• Subsidised membership at our Sport & Aquatic Centre
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program for free and confidential support
• Convenient onsite GP, imaging, and physiotherapy clinics

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