CEMFI Research Positions 2026: Postdoctoral and Pre-Doctoral Researchers
AdminApplication Deadlines: January 20 & March 15, 2026
Start Date: September 2026
Location: Madrid, Spain
Program Overview
CEMFI (Centro de Estudios Monetarios y Financieros) invites applications for postdoctoral and pre-doctoral research positions focused on energy transition and socio-economic challenges.
Institution: CEMFI (Spanish Research Center for Monetary and Financial Economics) Location: Madrid, Spain Start: September 2026 Funding: European Research Council Advanced Grant & Spanish Ministry
Available Positions
Postdoctoral Research Positions
Number of Positions: Up to 2
Duration: 1-2 years, with possibility of extension to third year
Application Deadline: January 20, 2026
Funding: ERC-2023-ADG Project 101142583 "ENERGY-IN-TRANSITION" + Spanish Ministry Project CPP2024-011557
Focus: Socio-economic challenges and opportunities of energy transition
Project Leader: Professor Natalia Fabra
Pre-Doctoral / Assistant Research Positions
Number of Positions: Up to 2
Duration: 1-2 years
Application Opens: January 8, 2026
Application Deadline: March 15, 2026
Funding: ERC-2023-ADG Project 101142583 "ENERGY-IN-TRANSITION" + Spanish Ministry Project CPP2024-011557
Focus: Applied microeconomics research in energy transition
Project Leader: Professor Natalia Fabra
Research Project: ENERGY-IN-TRANSITION
Title: Socio-Economic Challenges and Opportunities of the Energy Transition
Funder: European Research Council Advanced Grant 2023
Principal Investigator: Professor Natalia Fabra
Scope:
- Socio-economic dimensions of energy transition
- Policy-relevant microeconomic research
- Energy markets and regulation
- Climate and energy policy
- Economic impacts of transition
Who Should Apply
Postdoctoral Positions
- Recent PhD holders in economics or related field
- Researchers with expertise in energy economics, industrial organization, public economics
- Those interested in policy-relevant research
- Candidates seeking postdoctoral mentorship
- Researchers interested in EU research context
Pre-Doctoral Positions
- Master's degree holders
- Strong background in applied microeconomics
- Those preparing for PhD programs
- Researchers interested in energy and environmental economics
- Candidates seeking research training
Requirements
Postdoctoral:
- Recent PhD in economics or related field
- Research experience in relevant areas
- Track record of publications
- Strong analytical skills
- English proficiency
Pre-Doctoral:
- Master's degree in economics or related field
- Strong interest in applied microeconomics
- Research experience
- Quantitative skills
- English proficiency
How to Apply
Postdoctoral Positions:
- Application Deadline: January 20, 2026
- Apply through the CEMFI website here
- Submit CV, cover letter, research statement, writing samples
Pre-Doctoral Positions:
- Applications Open: January 8, 2026
- Application Deadline: March 15, 2026
- Apply through CEMFI website here [Applications Open January 8, 2026]
- Submit CV, cover letter, research interests, academic records
About Professor Natalia Fabra
- Leading researcher in energy economics and industrial organization
- Expert in electricity markets and regulation
- ERC grantee
- Publications in top economics journals
- Policy engagement in energy and climate issues
Timeline
Postdoctoral:
- Deadline: January 20, 2026
- Notification: February 2026
- Start: September 2026
Pre-Doctoral:
- Applications Open: January 8, 2026
- Deadline: March 15, 2026
- Notification: April-May 2026
- Start: September 2026
Research Focus Areas
- Energy transition and climate policy
- Energy markets and regulation
- Industrial organization
- Public economics
- Environmental economics
- Applied microeconomics
- Policy evaluation
For More Information
Application Status: Open | Apply for the postdoc position now
