Research Associate in Work and Organizational Psychology (Doctorate Required) at Leipzig University Leipzig University in Germany

Leipzig University’s Chair of Work and Organizational Psychology is hiring a Research Associate (Wissenschaftliche/-r Mitarbeiter/-in, TV-L E13) for a permanent position starting 2026-10-01. The role is based at the Wilhelm Wundt Institute of Psychology and is part of a research-oriented, internationally connected environment in Leipzig, Germany.

The chair’s research focuses on work and organizational psychology and economic psychology, with a strong emphasis on work and health, aging, ecological sustainability, and proactive/adaptive work behavior. The position involves empirical research, publication in international journals, third-party funding acquisition, teaching, supervision of student theses, and science communication.

Eligibility highlights: applicants must have a completed doctorate in psychology, a strong publication record, excellent empirical-methods and advanced-statistics skills, and very good German and English (minimum C1). Experience with open science practices and collaborative, impactful research is especially valued.

Funding/employment: this is a salaried university staff position paid at TV-L E13, with full-time employment (100%, part-time possible) and permanent status.

Deadline: applications are welcome until 2026-06-04.

How to apply: use the application link in the vacancy notice and submit your materials via the Leipzig University job portal. For more information, consult the chair website and the full posting.