We are inviting applications for a full-time position of Research Assistant / Research Associate / Post-doctoral Fellow. The appointee will assist in conducting research in areas related to theoretical/ empirical asset pricing and sustainable finance. The responsibilities of the appointee include data collection and performing empirical analysis, modelling, writing, and undertaking any other duties as assigned.

Applicants should have a PhD degree (for Research Associate / Post-doctoral Fellow position) or a master’s degree (for Research Assistant position) in finance, economics, statistics, mathematics or related disciplines. The ideal candidates should have genuine interest in research and intellectual curiosity. They should possess an excellent command of verbal and written English, and proficiency in programming and statistical softwares such as SAS, STATA, Matlab, R and Python. Related prior research experience about asset pricing is an advantage. (Duration: 3 months, with the possibility of renewal based on performance)

Fringe benefits such as medical benefits and paid leave will be provided where applicable.

Review of applications will continue until the positions are filled.

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