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The ZEW – Leibniz Centre for European Economic Research in Mannheim, Germany is one of the leading economic research institutes in Europe. The ZEW is a non-profit organization and works in the field of frontierempirical economic research and high-level policy advice. It is integrated into an extensive national and international network of universities and research institutes. The ZEW is looking to fill the following position in the Research Department "Economics of Innovation and Industrial Dynamics"

Doctoral Student for the TransforM Cluster of Excellence at ZEW and TUM (f/m/d, 75%)

    About TransforM
    https://transform-cluster.de/

    TransforM – The Munich Center for Transformative Technologies and Societal Change is an interdisciplinary social science Cluster of Excellence, funded by the German Research Foundation (DFG). Our mission: Rethink technology through a societal lens and build new research infrastructures for a more responsible technological future. The Project “Working the Green Transition: Labor Market Inequality, Environmental Justice, and Responsible Innovation” explores how the transition to a green economy reshapes labor markets and environmental risks.

    Your Role

    • Conduct high-impact research
    • Translate research insights into policy-relevant contexts
    • Participate in interdisciplinary and international exchange

    Your Profile

    • An excellent Master degree in Economics, Business Administration, Sustainable Management, or other relevant fields
    • Creativity, initiative, and a passion for discovery
    • Strong analytical and research skills
    • Strong communication skills, organizational talent, and a team-oriented mindset

    What We Offer

    • Funded doctoral position according to TV-L guidelines (75%) at ZEW
    • Workplace in Munich, Mannheim or hybrid
    • Cutting-edge methodological training
    • Opportunities for international mobility, networking, and career development

    Date 
    09.07.2026

    Keyword 
    PhD_IOEK_26

    Department/s
    Economics of Innovation and Industrial Dynamics

    Application end
    15.09.2026

    Contact
    Miriam Charles: miriam.charles@zew.de
    Eline Schoonjans: eline.schoonjans@zew.de
                   

    ZEW – Leibniz-Centre for European Research
    L7, 1 · 68161 Mannheim · Germany
    www.zew.de

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    IF INTERESTED, submit your application (cover letter, CV and two reference letters including contact details) by 15.09.2026 via our online application form. 
    Image ZEW – Leibniz Centre for European Economic Research has been awarded the TOTAL E-QUALITY title. This title recognises the institute as an employer that is particularly committed to ensuring equal opportunity in the workplace. Our institute supports and integrates all employees. We welcome applications from all candidates regardless of gender, nationality, ethnicity and social background, religion, disability, age, sexual orientation and identity. ZEW supports and integrates all employees and places special emphasis on recruiting women for leadership positions.