Béatrice Boulu-Reshef
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PhD Position in Experimental Economics: Motivation, Incentives, and Team Performance CY Cergy Paris Université in France
Degree Level
PhD
Field of study
Behavioral Economics
Funding
Full funding available
Country
France
University
CY Cergy Paris Université
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The THEMA research unit invites applications for a fully funded PhD position in Experimental Economics at CY Cergy Paris Université and ESSEC Business School in Cergy-Pontoise, France.
The project focuses on motivation, incentives, and performance in teams, with a research agenda spanning team production, behavioural economics, personnel economics, and organizational economics. The doctoral work will combine rigorous theory with innovative experimental methods, including both laboratory experiments and field experiments carried out with a partnering private company.
The successful candidate will design and conduct original experiments to study motivational mechanisms in team settings. The research environment includes access to experimental laboratories, international research networks, seminars, workshops, and conferences.
Eligibility highlights: applicants should hold a Master’s degree (or equivalent) in Economics before the start date, have strong training in microeconomics and quantitative methods, and show a clear interest in experimental and behavioural economics. Strong analytical and statistical skills are expected, along with experience using software such as R, Stata, or Python. Excellent written and spoken English is required; French proficiency is appreciated. Prior experience in experimental design, behavioural economics, or organizational research is considered an asset.
Supervision: the PhD will be supervised by Angela Sutan (THEMA, ESSEC) and Béatrice Boulu-Reshef (THEMA, CY Cergy Paris Université).
Funding and duration: the position is fully funded and lasts 3 years. No stipend amount is specified in the post.
Application materials: CV, cover letter describing research interests and motivation, academic transcripts, a writing sample (Master’s thesis, research paper, or equivalent), and contact information for two academic references.
Application window: review begins immediately and continues until the position is filled. The post indicates a starting date of Autumn 2026.
Funding details
Full funding including tuition fees and living expenses is available for this position. The scholarship covers all educational costs and provides a monthly stipend.
How to apply
Please submit your application including a cover letter, CV, academic transcripts, and contact information for two references. Applications should be sent via the online portal before the deadline.
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