Post-doctoral Researcher in Economics at the University of Duisburg-Essen 2026

Your main tasks

• Active participation in the chair's research projects, with a specific focus on the DFG-funded project Financing, Production, and Dissemination of Science .
• Conducting independent research within a dynamic academic environment.
• The position provides ample opportunity and support for further academic qualification.

Table of Content

• Summary
• Benefits
• Requirements
• Application Documents
• Application Deadline
• How To Apply

Summary

• Application DeadlineSeptember 1, 2026
• Study LevelPostdoctoral Fellowships
• SponsorUniversity of Duisburg-Essen
• City to studyNorth Rhine-Westphalia
• School to studyUniversity of Duisburg-Essen
• Eligible CountryAll Countries

Benefits

•  an interesting and varied role in a research-intensive environment with international exchange
• an interesting and responsible role with great potential for development, in which you will get to know the varied tasks and developments of the research transfer and establish contacts in almost all areas of the UDE
• a working environment with respectful and appreciative interaction
• an enjoyable working atmosphere in a dynamic team
• the opportunity to undertake a PhD with numerous support services
• family-friendly working conditions, including childcare and advice on care duties
• a wide range of training and development opportunities and individual induction
• very good public transport links and free parking
• attractive sports and health offerings (university sports)
• the option of working from home

Requirements

• A completed university degree and a Ph.D. (PhD) in Economics (candidates in the final stages of their doctoral studies will also be considered).
• A research focus in at least one of the following areas: Economic Theory, Game Theory, or Industrial Organization.
• Excellent proficiency in theoretical methods of economics.
• Professional fluency in English (both written and spoken).

Application Documents

• CV
• Motivation letter
• Job Market Paper
• As well as at most 2 recommendation letters

Check also:
2026 Fully Funded Humboldt Research Fellowship
2026 Konrad Adenauer Foundation Scholarship

Application Deadline

How To Apply

• Please submit your application, including the standard supporting documents quoting the reference number 077-26 by email to Prof. Eugen Kovac: [email protected].

For more information, kindly visit the UDE webpage.