Carolin Häussler

Join a fully funded PhD opportunity at the University of Passau in the DFG Research Training Group Digital Platform Ecosystems (DPE) . The position is hosted at the Chair of Organisation, Technology Management and Entrepreneurship and focuses on digital platform ecosystems , AI governance , open-source platforms , and innovation activities of platform actors. This is a doctoral researcher opening, not a postdoctoral or master's call. The role is a part-time 75% TV-L E13 position with full funding, social security and healthcare contributions. The programme is structured to support completion of the PhD in about three years , and it also includes a funded research visit abroad, conference participation, a research budget, and support from student research assistants. Applicants should hold an excellent Master’s degree in business administration , economics , information systems , or a related field. The post seeks candidates with strong interest in platform governance, AI platform ecosystems, and innovation on digital platforms. Analytical ability is important, and experience with empirical-quantitative research methods is preferred. Excellent English is required; German is not required . The announcer is Carolin Häussler , Chair of Organisation, Technology Management and Entrepreneurship at the University of Passau. Applications are reviewed starting 2026-05-31 , and the position stays open until filled. Interested candidates should follow the application instructions on the DPE application page and submit materials through the linked application process. Research area keywords: digital platform ecosystems, AI governance, open-source platforms, innovation, platform governance, empirical-quantitative methods, business administration, economics, information systems.