Doctoral Researcher; Ph.D area of digital platform ecosystems not limited

Stellenbezeichnung: Doctoral Researcher (Ph.D. Candidate) in the area of digital platform ecosystems, especially, but not limited to,
Location: Passau

The University of Passau owes its strong visibility and good repute to excellent research, innovative teaching and its tight-knit international academic networks. Some 11,000 students and more than 1,300 staff study and work on our university campus, which is located a stone's throw from the historical Old Town of Passau and combines state-of-the-art technical infrastructure with award-winning architecture. Internationally successful high-tech companies and a vibrant start-up scene, coupled with a rich culture and Lower Bavarian traditions, give Passau and the surrounding area a special appeal that makes it a great place to live and work.

The  Chair of Internet and Telecommunications Business  (Professor Jan Krämer) and the DFG  Research Training Group  2720  «Digital Platform Ecosystems» (DPE)  at the  University of Passau  invite applications for the position of     

     Doctoral Researcher      
     (Ph.D. Candidate)     

     in the area of  digital platform ecosystems , especially, but not limited to, research on federated networks      
     to start at the earliest convenience.

This is a  fully funded full-time position (100% FTE) , based on a fixed-term contract with social security and healthcare contributions. Remuneration is in accordance with pay grade E13 of the German public-sector collective agreement, TV-L, and currently ranges from 59.324 EUR (step
1) to 66.896 EUR (step
3) annually; the salary step depends on your qualifications and experience. The position is intended to be awarded for three years. Continued employment from October 2028 onward is subject to renewal of project funding.

     The successful candidate will become a fully integrated member of the Chair of Internet and Telecommunications Business as well as the research training group DPE, which is an  international and interdisciplinary doctoral excellence programme funded by the German Research Foundation (DFG) . Doctoral researchers at DPE are provided with an exceptional research environment at one of the worldwide leading research groups on digital platform ecosystems, including a tailored qualification program, frequent visits by renowned international scholars, and generous funding to advance their research projects (see  http://(Sie können sich bewerben oder uns per E-Mail kontaktieren in dem Sie die untenstehende Online-Bewerbungsbox verwenden)   

for details and activities).

What we seek
You are a highly motivated postgraduate with an excellent  master's degree in economics, business administration, economics of information systems, or a related field of study in the social sciences with a quantitative methodological orientation . You can also apply before graduation if you are expecting to finish your degree soon.

Very good analytical skills and knowledge of quantitative methods (e.g., in experimental economic research, game theory, industrial economics, econometrics).
Keen interest in the economics of digital markets and the digital economy.  And willingness to approach complex practical problems with analytical methods.

Ability to work in a  multi-disciplinary team , open-mindedness, and the motivation to work on a research project independently and diligently.

Excellent spoken and written  English language skills . Knowledge of German is not a requirement.

What we offer
The opportunity to pursue doctoral study at a  renowned German university  as part of a particularly strong research team with internationally recognised research activities at the highest scholarly level (see   ).

Membership in the interdisciplinary  Research Training Group 2720 Digital Platform Ecosystems  (see    for details and activities)  funded by the German Research Foundation (DFG) .

Your own research budget  for conference visits and hiring student workers to assist with research.

No formal teaching obligation  but opportunities…