PhD Position in Asset Pricing
Join the Chair of Alternative Investments to conduct research on equilibrium models and demand-based asset pricing.
Best for:Economists with a strong interest in quantitative finance, equilibrium modeling, and empirical data analysis.
Overview
The Chair of Alternative Investments at Goethe University Frankfurt is inviting applications for a doctoral research assistant position. The successful candidate will focus on research areas including general equilibrium models, intermediary asset pricing, and demand-based asset pricing. This role is based at the House of Finance on the university's Westend campus. The position is offered as a 75% part-time appointment, initially limited to four years with the possibility of extension.
What you'll do
- Conduct independent and collaborative research in asset pricing.
- Develop and analyze general equilibrium models.
- Perform empirical data analysis related to financial markets.
- Contribute to the academic activities of the Chair of Alternative Investments.
- Prepare research findings for publication in peer-reviewed journals.
Requirements
Degree required: Master's degree or equivalent in Economics, Finance, or a related quantitative field.
Degree offered: PhD
Language: English proficiency is required for research and academic communication.
Instruction: English
- Strong background in general equilibrium modeling.
- Expertise in intermediary or demand-based asset pricing.
- Proficiency in empirical data analysis techniques.
- Ability to conduct high-level academic research.
- Must hold a completed university degree (Master's or Diploma).
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-10-23
Interested candidates should submit their application materials to the Chair of Alternative Investments. Applications can be sent via postal mail to the provided address or preferably via email. Please ensure the subject line of your email is marked as 'Research Assistant IAP'.
- CV
- Cover letter
- Academic transcripts
Contact
Rüdiger Weber· Professor
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