Phd candidate
Hybrid
Prof. Dr. Olaf Posch
The University of Hamburg is looking for a Research Associate with expertise in modern macroeconomic research and teaching, focusing on methodological training and dynamic macroeconomic theory.
Research Associate § 28 Subsection 1 HmbHG
Institution: Faculty of Business, Economics and Social Sciences, Chair of Methods in Economics
Salary level: EGR. 13 TV-L
Start date: 01.04.2026 or later, fixed for a period of three years. (This is a fixed-term contract in accordance with Section 2 of the academic fixed-term labor contract act [Wissenschaftszeitvertragsgesetz, WissZeitVG]).
Application deadline: 31.01.2026
Scope of work: part-time
Weekly hours: 75 % of standard work hours per week
Your responsibilities
Research associates will be expected primarily to teach and conduct research. The research associate will also have the opportunity to pursue further academic qualifications, in particular a doctoral dissertation. At least one-third of set working hours will be made available for the research associate’s own academic work.
The focus of this position is on modern macroeconomic research and teaching, with an emphasis on providing methodological training to students. The teaching load is three hours per week per semester. Research is expected to concentrate on topics in dynamic macroeconomic theory, fiscal and monetary policy, heterogeneous agent models, financial markets, or stochastic processes (with an emphasis on macroeconomic applications). The research agenda should align with the chair’s focus on the interaction between fiscal policy, central banks, and financial markets.
Your profile
A university degree in a relevant field.
You must hold a university degree in a relevant field, preferably in economics, applied mathematics, or a related discipline. You should demonstrate a strong research interest in dynamic macroeconomic theory, fiscal and monetary policy, heterogeneous agent models, financial markets, or stochastic processes. Proficiency in statistical or numerical software (MATLAB, R, or similar) is required. The ideal candidate should be capable of pursuing independent research and making a contribution to the academic profile of the chair.
Applications should include a motivation letter, a curriculum vitae, copies of relevant certificates, as well as two letters of recommendation from university professors or lecturers, specifically evaluating the applicant’s suitability for a PhD position and highlighting the candidate’s strengths.
We offer
- Reliable remuneration based on wage agreements
- Continuing education opportunities
- University pensions
- Attractive location
- Flexible working hours
- Work-life balance opportunities
- Health management, EGYM Wellpass
- Educational leave
- 30 days of vacation per annum
Universität Hamburg—University of Excellence is one of the strongest research educational institutions in Germany. Our work in research, teaching, educational and knowledge exchange activities is fostering the next generation of responsible global citizens ready to tackle the global challenges facing us. Our guiding principle “Innovating and Cooperating for a Sustainable Future in a digital age” drives collaboration with academic and nonacademic partner institutions in the Hamburg Metropolitan Region and around the world. We would like to invite you to be part of our community to work with us in creating sustainable and digital change for a dynamic and pluralist society.
The University of Hamburg is committed to equity. Diversity enriches our university life, whether in our studies, research, teaching, education, or workplace. We therefore welcome all applications, regardless of gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnic or social background, age, religion or belief, disability, or chronic illness.
The University of Hamburg strives to increase the number of women in academia, and encourages qualified female academics to apply.
Severely disabled and disabled applicants with the same status will receive preference over equally qualified non-disabled applicants.
Instructions for applying
Contact
Prof. Dr. Olaf Posch
olaf.posch@uni-hamburg.de
Corinna Kienle
corinna.kienle@uni-hamburg.de
Reference number: 7
Location: Von-Melle-Park 5, 20146 Hamburg
Use only the online application form to submit your application with the following documents:
- cover letter
- CV
- copies of degree certificate(s)
If you experience technical problems, send an email to bewerbungen@uni-hamburg.de.
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Von-Melle-Park 5
20146 Hamburg , Germania
