Doctoral researcher (m/f/d) in the field of Institutional Economics
The University of Graz, which was founded in 1585, is Austria’s second oldest university and one of the largest in the country.
Application deadline: 2025-10-01
Job Profile: University Assistant without Doctorate
Salary per Year (Full Time): € 52.007,20
Hours per week: 40
Temporary Employment: 4 years
Salary Category: B1 without PhD
Employment Start: 2025-11-03
Duration of Contract: Temporary employment
Unit: Department of Organisation and Economics of Institutions
Your Responsibilities
* Writing a dissertation at the University of Graz in the area of Organization and Institutional Economics
* Participation in research projects of the institute/center
* Independent teaching of courses and participation in teaching and examination tasks of the institute/center
* Supervision of students
* Participation in organizational and administrative tasks as well as in evaluation measures
Your Profile
* Completed diploma or master’s degree in the area of Business or Managerial Economics, Economics, or Business Mathematics
* Excellent knowledge of written and spoken German and English
* Very good IT skills
* Basic knowledge of LaTeX and Mathematica expected
* Interest in quantitative research methods
* Basic knowledge of Industrial Organization, Game Theory, and Information Economics
* Interest in internationally oriented research
* Scientific curiosity and interest in working with students
* Independent working style and high level of cooperation
* Strong teamwork and organizational skills
Application Documents
The following documents are required for a complete application:
* Letter of motivation and academic CV
* Complete proof of completion of the degree program required in the call for applications
* Proof of the language skills, required in the curriculum, if the doctoral program is not completed in the first language.
We offer an annual gross salary of at least € 52.007,20 for a fulltime position. An overpayment based on qualification and experience is possible.
We Offer
* Meaning: We offer meaningful work for the world of tomorrow.
* Education: Our internal continuing education program is as colorful as the university itself.
* Collaboration: With us, you'll find interdisciplinary, cross-professional opportunities to work together.
* Benefits: Of course, there are all the usual benefits, from access to healthcare services to supporting a zero-emission goal.
* Diversity: We offer a working environment where diversity and inclusion are lived.
* Flexibility: We demonstrate flexibility with various working time models and family–career compatibility offers.
About us
At the University of Graz, 4700 employees work together on future questions and solutions for the world of tomorrow. Our students and researchers take on the major challenges of society and share their knowledge. We work for tomorrow. Be part of it!
Contact
Univ.-Prof. Dr. Michael Kopel i michael.kopel@uni-graz.at
The University of Graz strives to increase the proportion of women in particular in management and faculty positions and therefore encourages qualified women to apply. In the event of underrepresentation, women with equal qualifications are generally given priority for admission. We welcome applications from persons with disabilities who meet the requirements of the advertised position.
Please note that in order to comply with the applicable data protection regulations, we can only accept applications via our web-based applicant tool for this vacant position.
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