Deadline:
October 12, 2026
Location(s)
Online
Overview
UniCredit Foundation announces the launch of the 13th edition of the Economic Job Market Best Paper Award, promoted in collaboration with the European Economic Association.
Details
The Award aims to promote excellence in economic research by recognising outstanding Job Market papers and enhancing the visibility of the most talented young economists as they enter the international academic job market, in line with UniCredit Foundation’s mission to invest in talent and support the next generation of researchers.
Selection Process
- Who evaluates the applications? Applications are evaluated by UniCredit Foundation’s Scientific Committee. The Committee could be supported by external experts and academic representatives.
- What is the role of external experts? External experts may support the Scientific Committee by providing academic assessments of submitted papers.
- When will winners be announced? Authors of awarded papers will be notified by 20 November 2026.
- Can the Foundation decide not to award all prizes? The final decision rests with the Scientific Committee and UniCredit Foundation according to the terms of the competition.
Opportunity is About
Eligibility
Candidates should be from:
Description of Ideal Candidate
Who is eligible to apply?
Applicants must be PhD candidates or PhD graduates that will participate to the European Job Market for Economists 2026.
Is registration for the European Job Market for Economists required?
Yes. Registration for the European Job Market for Economists 2026 is a mandatory eligibility requirement. Applicants must provide evidence of participation, such as a confirmation email or a screenshot of the relevant registration or participation webpage.
Can recent PhD graduates apply?
Yes. Both PhD candidates and recent PhD graduates who are participating in the EJM 2026 may apply.
Can applicants from non-European universities participate?
Yes. Eligibility is not restricted by geographic location or university nationality, provided the applicant is participating in the European Job Market for Economists 2026.
Dates
Deadline: October 12, 2026
Cost/funding for participants
Award Details
UniCredit Foundation will award 5 prizes of €1,000 gross each. The Award is granted directly to individual candidates, irrespective of their nationality or the university at which they are enrolled.
Preference is given to single-authored papers demonstrating high levels of originality and publication potential.
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