Research Associate in Management (PhD or Postdoc) in Sustainability, Strategy, and Innovation
University of Oldenburg is advertising a
Research Associate in Management
in the Management Research Group at Carl von Ossietzky University of Oldenburg. The role sits at the intersection of
sustainability
,
strategy
, and
innovation
, with research topics including
cleantech innovation
(for example, battery technologies),
sustainability strategies
, and
technology phase-out
.
This is a paid academic position at
E13 TV-L
, initially at
50% FTE
. The post offers the opportunity to pursue either a
PhD
or a
postdoctoral qualification
, with an international research environment, close supervision, and mentoring. From
1 July 2026
to
31 December 2027
, an increase to
100% FTE
is possible and preferred, subject to external funding for longer-term continuation.
Eligibility highlights:
applicants should have a completed Master’s, Diploma, or equivalent degree in business, social sciences, natural sciences, or engineering. For postdoctoral/habilitation-track candidates, a completed relevant PhD and experience writing academic papers in English are expected, ideally including at least one paper under review in a JOURQUAL-4 A-ranked journal. Strong analytical skills, motivation, teamwork, communication skills, and excellent English are emphasized; teaching, research methods, and project management experience are desirable.
Application deadline:
17 May 2026. Apply by email as a single PDF including a cover letter, CV, transcripts, and a writing sample. The application information and portal details are available on the University of Oldenburg job page.