Regulatory Economics and Competition Policy Research Fellow, Department of Economics, Faculty o

Regulatory Economics and Competition Policy Research Fellow, Department of Economics, Faculty of Arts

The Department of Economics in the Faculty of Arts at the University of Calgary is accepting applications for two research fellows in regulatory economics and competition policy. The research fellows will participate in the new Research Program in Regulation and Competition Policy (RPCR). They will research and provide commentary on regulatory decisions, competition law cases and enforcement actions, regulatory and competition policy issues, and relevant policy or legislative consultations.

In addition to producing research commentaries and briefs, they will contribute to, develop, and define relevant focus areas.

Area: Regulatory economics and competition policy
Duration: 3 years
Start Date: July 1, 2026 (may commence earlier)
Salary: $65,000 to $80,000 per year

Responsibilities:

• Research and provide commentary on regulatory decisions, competition law cases and enforcement actions, and related policy issues.
• Produce research commentaries, briefs, and other scholarly outputs.
• Contribute to the development of new focus areas within the RPCR.
• Collaborate with faculty scholars in industrial organization.

Qualifications:

• Recent doctorate in economics with demonstrated research excellence in industrial organization, or a recent master’s in economics with relevant applied economic analysis experience.
• Strong communication skills.
• Passionate about the economic foundations of competition policy and regulatory economics.
• Entrepreneurial self‑starter and problem‑solver.

Additional Information:

The terms and conditions of employment depend on the educational attainment of the applicant. Doctoral candidates will be hired as Postdoctoral Fellows under the UCalgary and PDAC Collective Agreement; master’s candidates will be hired as research staff under the UCalgary and AUPE Collective Agreement. Salary for master’s candidates is $65,000 per annum plus benefits. Salary for Ph.D. candidates is $80,000 per annum plus Alberta Blue Cross health insurance benefits.

Application Details:

The review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the positions are filled. Submit your application on or before 15 January 2026. All applications must be a single PDF with the subject line: "Research Fellow Application – [Your name]".

Each application must include:

• Cover letter with date of availability, suitability and motivation, and a statement of research interests.
• Detailed curriculum vitae (CV).
• Official or unofficial copy of diploma(s)/university certificate(s).

Three letters of reference should be sent under separate cover to , with the subject line "Reference Letter – [Your name]".

Only selected applicants will be contacted for interviews. In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents, although others are encouraged to apply.

As an equitable and inclusive employer, the University of Calgary recognizes that a diverse staff/faculty benefits and enriches the work, learning, and research experiences of the entire campus and greater community. We encourage members of underrepresented groups to apply and offer accommodations throughout the recruitment process.