PhD Candidate in Managerial and Behavioral Economics
Join the University of Paderborn as a doctoral researcher focusing on behavioral economics and experimental methods.
Best for:Best for master's graduates in economics with a strong background in behavioral economics, econometrics, and game theory.
Overview
The Faculty of Business Administration and Economics at the University of Paderborn invites applications for a Research Assistant (Wissenschaftliche/r Mitarbeiter/in) position at the Chair of Managerial Economics. This 50% part-time position serves as a qualification post designed to support the candidate in pursuing a PhD in behavioral economics. The researcher will conduct independent and collaborative empirical studies, participate in teaching activities, and contribute to the chair's academic life. The appointment is funded under the WissZeitVG framework for an initial duration of typically three years.
What you'll do
- Plan and execute independent and collaborative research projects in behavioral economics.
- Present research findings at academic conferences, seminars, and workshops.
- Prepare and publish research papers in leading peer-reviewed economic journals.
- Deliver teaching duties in German and English, typically amounting to two contact hours per week (SWS).
- Assist in the development of new instructional concepts and teaching materials.
- Acquire and apply methodological expertise required for research and teaching, including laboratory or online experiments.
- Actively participate in departmental decision-making and collaborative academic activities.
Requirements
Degree required: Master's degree in Economics with a specialization in behavioral economics or a closely related field
Degree offered: PhD
Language: German (minimum B2 level required) and English, both spoken and written
Instruction: German and English
- Solid foundational knowledge and experience in econometrics, microeconomics, and game theory
- High motivation to conduct independent and collaborative research projects
- Demonstrated ambition to publish in economic journals
- Strong team spirit and organizational skills
- Enthusiasm for intensive engagement with behavioral economic research questions
- Must hold a qualifying master's degree in economics or a related discipline
Funding & terms
How to apply
Consult the official job advertisement PDF for detailed application instructions and required reference numbers. Submit your complete application documentation in accordance with the university guidelines provided in the vacancy notice.
- CV
- Master's degree certificate
- Transcripts
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