ISI Junior Research Group Leader in Wealth Inequality Research

Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München is a leading research university in Europe. Since its founding in 1472 it has been committed to the highest international standards of excellence in research and teaching.

Institution Faculty of Social Sciences - ISI - Munich International Stone Center for Inequality Research Remuneration group TV-L Full-time / Part-time Full-time (100%) Start date between 1 April and 1 December 2027 (initially a 3-year position)

The Munich International Stone Center for Inequality Research (ISI) conducts interdisciplinary and internationally oriented research on social and economic inequality, with a particular focus on wealth inequality. It brings together the expertise available at Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München, supports researchers at all career stages, and promotes exchange with leading research institutions in Germany and abroad.

in München

• Produce cutting-edge research on wealth inequality
• Establish and lead a junior research group
• Supervise one to two doctoral candidates
• Teach one seminar in your field per semester
• Support ISI activities by, for example, evaluating applications for ISI fellowships or the ISI Pipeline Program
• Actively contribute to ISI science communication. This includes communicating research findings clearly and accessibly to audiences beyond the academic community.
• Participate in ISI events, including our biannual ISI Wealth Conference.

• Address a major unanswered question or emerging challenge in wealth inequality research and clearly explain the project’s innovative, potentially agenda-setting contribution
• Present a coherent overarching research topic, including the project’s central research questions, theoretical approach, and expected scientific contribution
• Outline distinct but closely connected individual research projects for the group leader and one to two doctoral candidates, explaining how the three projects contribute to the group’s overall research agenda
• Describe the proposed data and methods, anticipated outputs, opportunities for interdisciplinary and international collaboration, and the feasibility of completing the research program within the funding period.

• PhD in sociology, economics, or a related field, with a clear focus on wealth inequality research
• Track record of high-quality publications
• Strong team player with an interest in interdisciplinary work
• Experience in science communication or a strong willingness to engage actively in this area
• Ability to work independently and a high level of commitment and motivation
• Excellent English skills;
  German-language ability is an advantage but not a requirement.

• Remuneration is based on the provisions of the German public-sector collective agreement for the federal states (). Depending on the successful candidate’s qualifications and individual circumstances, the position will be classified at salary grade E 14 or E 15;
• A scientifically challenging and engaging position within an interdisciplinary, research-oriented team;
• Funding to establish a junior research group with up to two PhD positions and a research budget for travel and events;
• Excellent training and professional development opportunities;
• A centrally located, modern workplace in Munich that is easily accessible by public transport and offers innovative spaces for hosting different types of events;
• Flexible working hours and the option to work partly from home (please note that this position cannot be carried out remotely);
• A range of , including family services and relocation assistance.
• Also possible in a part-time capacity.

People with disabilities who are equally as qualified as other applicants will receive preferential treatment.

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