Joern von Lucke

Open Topic Call for six PhD positions as Academic Staff (m/f/x) at Zeppelin University in Germany , starting 01/2027 . The positions are embedded in the Graduate School and connected to the Open Government Institute (TOGI) . Research is especially welcome in the area of digitalisation of the public sector , with strong alignment to the broader themes of Digitalisation , Sustainability , and/or Global Networks . The post highlights a structured doctoral environment with interdisciplinary exchange, regular research and methodology workshops, individualized supervision, and networking opportunities. This is a paid PhD employment opportunity at 65% academic staff level. No scholarship name is mentioned, and no tuition or stipend details are provided beyond the employment percentage. Eligibility highlights: applicants should have a research interest that fits the open-topic call, especially in public sector digitalisation and related themes. The post suggests that candidates who connect their topic to the listed overarching themes may have a better chance of securing a position. How to apply: submit your application through the Softgarden job portal linked in the post. If helpful, you may contact Prof. Joern von Lucke for a non-binding discussion before applying.