PhD Positions in Socio-Economic Change Research
Interdisciplinary doctoral training in socio-economic change at Friedrich Schiller University Jena’s JSEC.
Best for:Best for researchers with a master’s degree in economics, sociology, psychology, or related fields, seeking interdisciplinary PhD training in socio-economic change with structured supervision and collaborative research opportunities.
Overview
The Jena Schumpeter Center for Research on Socio-Economic Change (JSEC) offers PhD positions within two structured graduate programmes: the Graduate School on Social and Behavioural Change (GSBC) and the Graduate College Economics of Innovative Change (GK EIC). This interdisciplinary research environment fosters collaboration across disciplines to address complex questions in socio-economic dynamics. Applicants will engage in structured doctoral training, attend ECTS-credited modules, and work under expert supervision. The programme emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches, blending insights from economics, sociology, psychology, and related fields to tackle real-world challenges. Successful candidates will contribute to cutting-edge research while benefiting from a supportive academic community in Jena, Germany.
What you'll do
- Conduct original research within the interdisciplinary focus of socio-economic change, guided by structured doctoral training modules.
- Attend and complete ECTS-credited courses and seminars in the first two years of the PhD programme, covering interdisciplinary topics in economics, sociology, and related fields.
- Collaborate with peers and supervisors across the JSEC’s graduate programmes to develop and refine research projects.
- Present research findings at internal seminars, conferences, and workshops to foster academic exchange.
- Engage in structured research training, including workshops, discussion groups, and mentorship opportunities.
- Participate in interdisciplinary research projects that integrate insights from economics, psychology, sociology, and other relevant disciplines.
Requirements
Degree required: Master’s degree (or equivalent) in economics, sociology, psychology, or a related field.
Degree offered: PhD
Language: English; B2 level required/recommended (no proof required).
Instruction: English
- Strong academic background in economics, sociology, or related disciplines.
- Ability to conduct interdisciplinary research and integrate insights from multiple fields.
- Proficiency in research methodologies and quantitative/qualitative analysis techniques.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.
- No nationality restrictions.
- No age restrictions.
- No prior experience caps beyond a completed master’s degree.
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How to apply
Applicants must submit their application through the official JSEC PhD programmes portal. The application process typically requires a CV, a letter of motivation, academic transcripts, a research proposal, and letters of recommendation. Detailed instructions and required documents are available on the JSEC website. No fixed deadline is listed; applications are accepted on a rolling basis until positions are filled.
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Letter of motivation
- Academic transcripts (Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees)
- Research proposal outlining the intended PhD project
- Letters of recommendation (typically 2-3)
Contact
JSEC Admissions Office· PhD Programme Coordinator
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