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Database Analyst for UBN Fredericton July 30, 2013

The New Brunswick Institute for Research, Data and Training (NB-IRDT) is a newly established research institute within the University of New Brunswick in Fredericton. Its mandate is to support objective evidence-based policy formation and development through the application of statistical techniques to large administrative databases collected by a number of government departments including Post-secondary Education, Training and Labour, Social Development, Public Safety, Service New Brunswick, and the Department of Health. These data are in most cases very sensitive and confidential, and the NB-IRDT has a range of policies and procedures governing access and use of these data to ensure confidentiality is maintained and privacy respected. While the NB-IRDT staff and researchers work closely with NB Government employees in a variety of ways, research is independent and arms-length from Government.

The NB-IRDT is seeking a motivated individual to provide statistical and database management expertise to work with the NB-IRDT directors to develop, refine and prepare administrative person-level databases for use in the NB-IRDT. The datasets will contain personal information and come from a variety of departments, including Post-secondary Education, Training and Labour, Social Development, and Education. The individual will also participate in research projects using those databases. More information and application instructions can be found here.

The closing date is August 15, 2013 at 4 PM.

Academic Vacancies at Western University June 20, 2013

The Department of Economics, Faculty of Social Science,Western University invites applications for positions as outlined below. Unless otherwise specified, these appointments are effective July 1, 2014 but alternate starting dates may be arranged. Applicants should specify if they are applying for limited-term, probationary (tenure track) or tenured positions.

PROFESSOR AND ASSOCIATE PROFESSORS

Candidates must be scholars of international reputation and good teachers. Outstanding candidates in any area of Economics are encouraged to apply. Appointments at the rank of full Professor will be made with tenure from the outset. Duties include undergraduate and graduate teaching, research, supervision of graduate students, and some administrative duties.

Appointments at the Associate-level will be tenure-track or made with tenure from the outset. Duties include undergraduate and graduate teaching, research, supervision of graduate students, and some administrative duties. Closing date for receipt of applications is November 15, 2013.

ASSISTANT PROFESSORS

At the Assistant level, consideration will be given to applicants with a PhD (or expected in 2014), or equivalent qualification, who are expected to establish themselves as good teachers and recognized scholars. Outstanding candidates in any area of Economics are encouraged to apply.

Appointment at the Assistant-level will be tenure-track or limited-term positions. Duties include undergraduate and graduate teaching, research, supervision of graduate students, and some administrative duties. Closing date for receipt of applications is November 29, 2013.

To apply, please follow the instructions on Western's website.

The full job postings can also be found on this website.

Mitacs Globalink Faculty Application for International Research Intern June 19, 2013

Looking for a top international student to join your research group in the summer of 2014?

This is a fully-funded opportunity to engage an exceptional, international student in a 4-year undergraduate or 5-year dual degree program for an approximate 12-week research internship in the summer of 2014.

The Mitacs website has futher information for faculty members. Applications are due on July 31, 2013.

Call For Papers - RECODE Meeting May 27, 2013

The Economics Department and the School of International Development at the University of Ottawa invite submissions for the 2013 RECODE Meetings that will take place in Ottawa (Canada) on October 4-6, 2013.

Its first edition will have one outstanding keynote speaker: Professor James Robinson from Harvard University.

Papers in English on all topics of relevance to Development Economics can be submitted until June 30, 2013 through the conference website (not by e-mail). We plan to select about 30 papers refereed by members of the scientific committee. Papers must be complete but "work-in-progress" is very welcome. Presentations will last 45 minutes, including discussions. Acceptance notices will be sent by the end of July 2013.

More information can be obtained on the conference website. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us at recode13@uottawa.ca.

Call for Papers - Conference on the Economics of Immigration November 13, 2011

The Research Group on the Economics of Immigration at the University of Ottawa, in partnership with Citizenship and Immigration Canada and Human Resources and Skills Development Canada, is organizing a conference on the Economics of Immigration at the University of Ottawa, on October 18 and 19, 2013.

You are invited to present a paper or organize a complete session. Registration, travel and accommodation expenses for one author/presenter of an accepted paper will be covered up to $2000 (as long as they meet the University of Ottawa travel expense guidelines. Graduate students are especially encouraged to submit papers.

Issues of interest include (but are not limited to):
• The relationship between trade, investment, immigration and productivity growth.
• The economic contribution of temporary foreign workers.
• The optimal mix between permanent and temporary migration.
• Issues related to temporary entries under free-trade agreements
• The economic performance of independent immigrants and of refugees.
• Attracting the best and the brightest: Foreign students, immigration and labour market success.
• The growing role of the provinces in the selection and integration of immigrants.
• The effectiveness of integration programs such as language training.

Among other highlights, the conference will include a keynote speech by Marta Tienda (Princeton University).

To submit a paper, you will need to provide:
• The title of the paper; an abstract of the paper; and the names and contact information for all authors, including mailing and e-mail addresses and phone numbers. (Please forward information to rgeiconf@uottawa.ca).

To submit a complete session, you will need to provide:
• The title and a brief description of the session; an abstract for suggested papers for the session; names and affiliations of all potential authors; and the name and contact information of the person proposing the session. (Please forward information to rgeiconf@uottawa.ca).

The deadline for submissions is July 15, 2013. Decisions concerning the inclusion of papers and sessions will be announced by August 31, 2013.

Sabbatical/Post-Doc at CIGI: January 04, 2013

CIGI welcomes faculty members from any relevant discipline who are conducting research in one of CIGI’s core program areas — global economy, global security, global development or environment and energy — to spend their sabbatical as a CIGI visiting fellow. Successful applicants will receive a stipend, research support and opportunities to participate in BSIA and CIGI activities. Consideration will occur throughout the year.

C.D. Howe Institute Business Cycle Council November 13, 2011

The recently launched C.D. Howe Institute Business Cycle Council will act as an arbiter of business cycle dates in Canada. Of particular interest, to faculty and students, is that the main quarterly and monthly economic indicators used to establish the historical chronology of business cycles are available on the website. For more details go to http://www.cdhowe.org/business-cycle-council.