ISB - Researcher in Finance

Job Title: Researcher in Finance

Organisation: Centre for Analytical Finance (CAF), Indian School of Business, Hyderabad

URL: www.isb.edu/caf

Who should apply?

This job prepares you to pursue a PhD in economics/finance at a world – class institution following 2-3 years of research experience at ISB. Suitable for high-achievers who want to make their mark in academics and research following their PhD. Initial compensation for finance PhDs from top schools is very high ($250K), given the dearth of well-trained researchers. Please apply only if this suits your career aspirations.

What should you have?

1. A strong interest in a research career.

2. A strong interest in finance.

3. Outstanding academic records in BA/BSc/BTech and Master’s levels from IITs, IIMs, ISIs, and DSE

4. Excellent analytical and computing skills.

5. Proficiency in languages like C++ and in packages such as SAS, STATA, Matlab is preferred.

6. Knowledge of econometrics is desirable

7. 1-3 years of corporate experience is preferred

What can you expect?

- We offer the highest salary for entry-level positions in academics in India. Besides, you will have generous allowances (such as for attending domestic and international conferences), best work facilities in India, and outstanding living conditions.

- CAF has a perfect record in placing researchers at top PhD programs. CAF researchers have been admitted to top schools like Kellogg, NYU Stern, Michigan Ross, UCLA Anderson, and London Business School .

Please contact Divya Nair at caf@isb.edu.

For further details visit:

http://www.isb.edu/caf/for-researchers.Shtml