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Chair of Microeconomics

Our Profile

We are interested in research topics related to applied game theory and in particular market design such as the design of matching markets or auctions.

The research group is part of a larger group that has a focus on experimental economics.

We offer infrastructure for running economic experiments and can provide financial support for research-related expenses.

Your Profile

– You have obtained an excellent university degree (Master or comparable) and a PhD in economics or related field.

– Your research is in experimental economics, grounded in microeconomic theory, preferably with a focus on market design questions.

– You have an excellent command of English; a good command of German is desired.

– You are a creative and resourceful team player.

Your Duties and Responsibilities

– You will primarily be involved in conducting scientific research in collaboration with other researchers within the research group.

– You will also have an opportunity develop and implement your own projects

– You will teach primarily in the field of microeconomics either at bachelor or at master level (in English and, if you are able to do so, in German). You will also supervise students’ theses.

What We Offer

The successful candidate will be employed under a regular employment contract.
The position is to be filled by 10/1/2027 and offered for a fixed term for 3 years.
The fixed-term employment is possible as it constitutes one of the fixed-term options of the Wissenschaftszeitvertragsgesetz (German Act on Fixed-term Scientific Contracts).
This is a full-time position.
The salary is based on the German public service salary scale (TV-L).
The position corresponds to a pay grade of EG 13 TV-L.

About us

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