Economist Position at a Prestigious University

Vor 7 Tagen


Munich, Bayern, Deutschland ifo Institut - Leibniz-Institut für Wirtschaftsfor­schung an der Universität München e.V. Vollzeit

We are seeking exceptional doctoral candidates to pursue a PhD in economics under the guidance of Prof. Dr. Ludger Woessmann at the University of Munich. Our team is dedicated to exploring the causes and effects of education from an economic perspective, focusing on how the state can facilitate access to opportunities.

About Us

The ifo Institut - Leibniz-Institut für Wirtschaftsfor­schung an der Universität München e.V. is one of Europe's leading economic research institutes, tackling economically and politically significant issues at the highest scientific level. Our work spans internationally, shaping research-based policy recommendations for politics, business, and society.

Job Description

In your new role, you can look forward to conducting research in the economics of education, advancing your own research agenda, and developing your personal research profile. You will contribute to a research project that studies public opinion on education policy and/or equality of opportunity in education.

Main Responsibilities:
  • Conducting research in the economics of education
  • Advancing your own research agenda and developing your personal research profile
  • Contributing to a research project studying public opinion on education policy and/or equality of opportunity in education

You will pursue a doctorate in economics under the supervision of Prof. Dr. Ludger Woessmann at the LMU Chair of the Economics of Education and participate in the structured doctoral program of the Munich Graduate School of Economics (MGSE) at LMU.

Requirements

To be successful in this position, you should hold a Master's degree in economics with strong academic performance. You should possess a solid foundation in economic principles, relevant empirical methods, and the economics of education and/or labor economics or related fields.

Key Requirements:
  • A Master's degree in economics with strong academic performance
  • A solid foundation in economic principles, relevant empirical methods, and the economics of education and/or labor economics or related fields

You should demonstrate outstanding English language skills, both written and spoken, to confidently engage in our international research network. German language proficiency is a plus.

Benefits

We offer a competitive salary, including a starting salary according to TV-L E 13 (€ 41,024.00 € gross/year incl. annual bonus; approx. from November 2024). You will also receive flexible working hours, the possibility of mobile working, and many further training opportunities. We provide the best possible, modern, and comprehensive equipment.

Our benefits include relocation allowance after passing your probationary period if you move to Munich or the surrounding area from a radius of 200 km or more. You will also be supported with evening German courses if desired.

Additional Benefits:
  • A competitive salary according to TV-L E 13
  • Flexible working hours
  • Mobile working
  • Further training opportunities
  • Relocation allowance
  • Evening German courses

This is an exciting opportunity to join a prestigious university and contribute to cutting-edge research in economics. If you are passionate about advancing knowledge and pushing the boundaries of economic research, we encourage you to apply.



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