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INTERNATIONAL LEAD AND ZINC STUDY GROUP (ILZSG)
PSE DIRECTOR F/M DIRECTOR OF MARKET RESEARCH AND STATISTICS
The Paris School of Economics brings together a community of 140
researchers and about 200 PhD students. Founded by the CNRS, the EHESS, The International Lead and Zinc Study Group (ILZSG), an
the École Normale Supérieure, the École des Ponts-ParisTech, INRA, and intergovernmental organisation based in Lisbon, Portugal, is seeking a
the University Paris 1 Panthéon Sorbonne, the PSE project involves private Director of Market Research and Statistics to work for the Group.
and institutional partners. Ranked 7th in the world in the RePEc research
ranking, PSE offers teaching in Masters, Summer School and Executive The successful applicant will be required to maintain and enhance
Education programs at the cutting edge of the discipline. the Study Group´s leading role in the collection, compilation, analysis,
interpretation and reporting of global lead and zinc statistical data and
PSE is currently seeking to recruit its future Director related information. The Director of Market Research and Statistics plays
PSE is a young institution having just celebrated its tenth anniversary. a key role in improving the range of sources, coverage and accuracy of
Its future Director will be expected to give new momentum to its the Group´s statistical data and in strengthening the range of contacts
development and lead it to new heights in terms of international with industry.
visibility, relations with private institutions and companies, new resources
and recruitments. Relevant metals experience of at least 10 years is required for this
position, including dealing with statistical and economic issues related
To succeed in this new role, she/he must have an established reputation to metals, with involvement in lead and zinc desirable. Applicants will be
for scientifi c leadership in economics, a strong international network, a required to demonstrate that they are able to prepare detailed reports
track record in leading academic projects as well as great management of a high standard.
and communication skills.
The successful applicant must be able to work fl exibly in a small
Applications should be submitted by January 31, 2018 professional team, possess tertiary qualifi cations in an appropriate fi eld,
If this role matches your skills, experience and motivations please submit have well developed IT skills, be experienced at making presentations to
your CV with a covering letter at recruit-director@psemail.eu. Interviews various types of audiences, and be fl uent in English.
with the short-listed candidates will be conducted in March-April 2018.
The starting salary will depend on the applicant’s qualifi cations and
The position is available from January 1, 2019 for a 5-year renewable experience. Benefi ts include a staff Provident Fund, six weeks annual
mandate. Earlier or later appointments may also be considered.
leave, and a relocation allowance where applicable.
More information on the PSE website, Job Opportunities section.
Applications with Curriculum Vitae should be forwarded by email to
www.parisschoolofeconomics.eu sales@ilzsg.org no later than 17 January 2018.
The Economist December 16th 2017