Andreas Landmann
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PhD Research Assistant in Sustainable Development and Economic Policy University of Marburg in Germany
Degree Level
PhD
Field of study
Environmental Science
Funding
Paid research assistant position at E 13 TV-H, 75% part-time, for 3 years, with salary and benefits commensurate with a public service position in Hesse, Germany.
Deadline
Sep 27, 2026
Country
Germany
University
University of Marburg
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The University of Marburg is advertising a Research Assistant (Doctoral Researcher/PhD) in the Department of Economics, research group Sustainable Development and Economic Policy, led by Prof. Dr. Andreas Landmann.
This is a 3-year, part-time (75%) paid position at E 13 TV-H with an expected start date as soon as possible. The role is designed to support independent research toward a doctorate in Economics and related areas, with a strong focus on sustainable development, development economics, risk and vulnerability, health insurance, and adaptation to climate change in the Global South.
Responsibilities include collaboration on research projects, conducting independent doctoral research, contributing to teaching in Bachelor’s and Master’s programs (primarily in English), supervising student theses, and taking part in administrative tasks within the research group. The position also offers connection to the department’s focus topic Climate Adaptation and participation in the MAGKS Doctoral Program in Economics and the MArburg University Research Academy.
Applicants should hold an MSc degree or equivalent in Economics or a related field such as Political Science or Statistics. Strong knowledge of econometrics, experience with Stata or R, and basic mathematical competence are required. Experience in the thematic areas of risk & vulnerability, health insurance, climate models and simulation, adaptation to climate change, or development economics is an advantage. Very good written and spoken English is required; German is a significant advantage.
The application deadline is 27 September 2026. Apply online through the job posting page using the application button.
Funding details
Paid research assistant position at E 13 TV-H, 75% part-time, for 3 years, with salary and benefits commensurate with a public service position in Hesse, Germany.
What's required
MSc degree or equivalent in Economics or a related field such as Political Science or Statistics. Strong interest and aptitude for academic research and teaching are expected. Applicants should have solid knowledge of econometric methods, experience with statistical software such as Stata or R, and basic mathematical competence. Experience in risk and vulnerability, health insurance, climate models and simulation, adaptation to climate change, or development economics is an advantage. Very good written and spoken English is required; German language skills are a significant advantage. Commitment to own scientific qualification, such as a doctorate project in sustainable development, is expected.
How to apply
Apply online via the application button on the job posting page. Submit your application by 27 September 2026.
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