Thomas Hutzschenreuter

Doctoral Research Associate opportunity at the Technical University of Munich in the Chair of Strategic and International Management , headed by Univ.-Prof. Dr. Thomas Hutzschenreuter . The research focus includes the development of systems for the strategy process in corporations and other organizations, as well as systems for data analysis and simulations. The chair emphasizes success-critical solutions for business practice, collaboration with international scholars and corporate partners, and publication-oriented doctoral research. This is a PhD opening (doctoral research associate). The project is integrated into the chair’s research agenda and leads to co-authored publications. Doctoral candidates follow a structured project plan with milestones each semester and can access doctoral training through the TUM Graduate Center and postgraduate courses. Eligibility highlights: completed studies in business and management (e.g. business administration or business informatics) or another relevant subject such as informatics, engineering, or philosophy; outstanding degree or near completion; experience with development projects, internships, or professional experience; strong knowledge in strategic management, finance, and accounting or related areas; programming skills are an advantage; excellent analytical and language skills; team spirit; excellent German and English. Funding: applicants may pursue an internal doctorate employed by TUM with salary at the TV-L E13 level, or an external doctorate if TUM guidelines are met. The doctoral track is designed to allow completion within 3 years. How to apply: submit all documents in a single PDF, including cover letter, CV, A-level certificate or equivalent, Bachelor’s and Master’s certificates/transcripts, and work/internship references. Send the application to [email protected] . For questions, contact Maria Vuillemin. Location: Munich, Germany.

Doctoral Research Associate (m/f/d) in Strategy process systems design at the Technical University of Munich , Chair of Strategic and International Management, headed by Univ.-Prof. Dr. Thomas Hutzschenreuter . The project sits at the intersection of business , management , strategic management , information technology , and computer science . The research focus is on developing systems for the strategy process in corporations and other organizations, especially systems for data analysis , simulations , and the digitalization/enhancement of strategy processes. The chair emphasizes practice-oriented research, co-authored publications, and collaboration with scholars and corporate partners. Doctoral candidates join the TUM Graduate Center doctoral structure and can access postgraduate courses and research training. Eligibility highlights: completed studies in business/management (e.g. business administration or business informatics) or a relevant field such as informatics, engineering, or philosophy; outstanding degree or near completion; experience with project ownership, internships, or professional experience; strong knowledge in strategic management, finance/accounting, or related areas; programming skills are an advantage; excellent analytical and language skills; team spirit; excellent German and English. Funding: candidates may pursue an internal doctorate employed by TUM at TV-L E13 salary level, or an external doctorate if TUM guideline requirements are met. The doctoral track is described as structured and designed to allow completion within 3 years. Application: submit a single PDF with cover letter, CV, school certificate or equivalent, Bachelor's and Master's transcripts/certificates, and work/internship references. Send the application to [email protected] . Questions can be directed to Maria Vuillemin. Location: Munich, Germany.

Doctoral Research Associate (m/f/d) in Strategy & Global Contexts at the Technical University of Munich , Chair of Strategic and International Management, headed by Univ.-Prof. Dr. Thomas Hutzschenreuter . The project examines how geopolitical, cultural, and technological influences shape firm strategies and strategy-making, with a focus on firms’ responses to environmental turbulence in global contexts. The chair’s broader research areas include strategy in emerging technology markets, strategy & global contexts, and strategy process systems design. This is a PhD opening . The doctoral project is integrated into the chair’s research and is expected to lead to co-authored developments and publications. Doctoral candidates also participate in the TUM Graduate Center doctoral program and may access content-specific postgraduate courses. Funding: candidates may pursue an internal doctorate employed by TUM at TV-L E13 salary level, or an external doctorate if they meet TUM’s doctoral guidelines. The chair notes a structured doctoral process designed to enable completion within about 3 years. Eligibility highlights: strong academic background in business/management or a related field, excellent degree, project ownership or relevant professional experience, strong analytical and language skills, and excellent German and English. Application: submit a single PDF with cover letter, CV, school certificate or equivalent, Bachelor’s and Master’s certificates/transcripts, and work/internship references. Send it by email to [email protected] . Questions can be directed to Maria Vuillemin. Location: Munich, Germany.

Doctoral Research Associate (m/f/d) in the field of Strategy in emerging technology markets at the Technical University of Munich , Chair of Strategic and International Management. The position is centered on research in strategy , strategy-making , and emerging technology markets such as humanoid robotics , space logistics , quantum computing , and nuclear fusion . The project uses case-based and large-scale empirical methods and is described as being enabled by AI . The work is integrated into the chair’s research agenda and is expected to lead to co-authored developments and publications. The chair emphasizes collaboration with renowned scholars and corporate partners, and notes that doctoral candidates have presented at international conferences and applied research to business practice. The doctoral studies are linked to the TUM Graduate Center and include access to structured doctoral training and postgraduate courses. Eligibility highlights: applicants should have completed studies in business and management (e.g. business administration or business informatics) or another relevant field such as informatics , engineering , or philosophy , with an outstanding degree or near-completion. The post also asks for experience with independent project ownership or professional experience, strong knowledge in strategic management, finance and accounting or related areas, excellent analytical and language skills, team spirit, and excellent German and English. Funding: the chair offers either an internal doctorate with employment at TV-L E13 salary level or an external doctorate if TUM requirements are met. The doctoral process is structured so candidates can graduate within 3 years . How to apply: submit a single PDF with cover letter, CV, school certificate or equivalent, Bachelor’s and Master’s certificates/transcripts, and work/internship references. Send the application to [email protected] . For questions, contact Maria Vuillemin. Location: Munich, Germany.