Doctoral Researcher (Ph.D. Candidate) in the area of digital platform ecosystems, especially, but not limited to, research on federated networks

Passau

Über diesen Job - -------------- The University of Passau owes its strong visibility and good repute to excellent research, innovative teaching and its tight-knit international academic networks. Some 11,000 students and more than 1,300 staff study and work on our university campus, which is located a stone's throw from the historical Old Town of Passau and combines state-of-the-art technical infrastructure with award-winning architecture. Internationally successful high-tech companies and a vibrant start-up scene, coupled with a rich culture and Lower Bavarian traditions, give Passau and the surrounding area a special appeal that makes it a great place to live and work. Ihr Profil - --------- * You are a highly motivated postgraduate with an excellent master's degree in economics, business administration, economics of information systems, or a related field of study in the social sciences with a quantitative methodological orientation . You can also apply before graduation if you are expecting to finish your degree soon. * Very good analytical skills and knowledge of quantitative methods (e.g., in experimental economic research, game theory, industrial economics, econometrics). * Keen interest in the economics of digital markets and the digital economy. And willingness to approach complex practical problems with analytical methods. * Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team , open-mindedness, and the motivation to work on a research project independently and diligently. * Excellent spoken and written English language skills . Knowledge of German is not a requirement. Unser Angebot - ------------ * The opportunity to pursue doctoral study at a renowned German university as part of a particularly strong research team with internationally recognised research activities at the highest scholarly level (see https://www.ibusiness.uni-passau.de/en/research ). * Membership in the interdisciplinary Research Training Group 2720 Digital Platform Ecosystems (see http://www.dpe.uni-passau.de/en/ for details and activities) funded by the German Research Foundation (DFG) . * Your own research budget for conference visits and hiring student workers to assist with research. * No formal teaching obligation but opportunities to participate in and contribute to the Chair's teaching portfolio. * A tailored and structured doctoral programme ; a fully funded research visit abroad, external course programme (summer schools, workshops); co-supervision by international scholars and much more. The research training programme is designed such that students are enabled to complete their doctoral degree within three years. * You will participate regularly in international conferences , become integrated into an international research network and contribute to public discourse on digital platforms. * Excellent infrastructure including IT equipment on one of Germany's most beautiful university campuses.