Doctoral Researcher (Ph.D. Candidate) at the Chair of Marketing and Services

Alexander von Humboldt-Stiftung; Passau; Vor Ort; EUR 50.000 - 60.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A prestigious research institution in Passau is seeking a Doctoral Researcher to teach, supervise students, and conduct independent research. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in business administration or related fields, with solid statistical knowledge. This position offers excellent opportunities for academic growth in a supportive environment. Applications are encouraged from women and disabled candidates.

Leistungen

Diverse academic environment

Family-friendly workplace

Opportunities for international conference participation

Qualifikationen

• Master’s degree required in relevant fields.
• Experience in empirical studies and statistical analysis.
• Fluency in English is essential.

Aufgaben

• Teach classes and supervise students.
• Collaborate on research projects.
• Conduct your own doctoral research.

Kenntnisse

Excellent command of spoken and written English

Strong interest in marketing and sales topics

Experience in conducting empirical studies

Solid statistical knowledge (e.g. SPSS, Stata, R)

Ausbildung

Excellent master’s degree in business administration, information systems or a related field

Jobbeschreibung

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 stoneâs 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.

The Chair of Marketing and Services (Professor Dirk Totzek) at the University of Passau invites applications for the position of

Doctoral Researcher
(Ph.D. Candidate)

starting 1 March 2026 .
This is a 0.75 full-time equivalent position, based on a fixed-term contract with a term of three years, with the option of renewal.

Duties and responsibilities
Teach classes and supervise students
Collaborate on research projects
Provide administrative support to the chair
Conduct your own doctoral research

Your profile
Excellent master’s degree in business administration, information systems or a related field(e.g. psychology with a minor in business; or business and intercultural studies)
Strong interest in marketing and sales topics
Experience in conducting empirical studies
Solid statistical knowledge (e.g. SPSS, Stata, R)
Excellent command of spoken and written English
Knowledge of German would be advantageous but is not a requirement

What we offer you
Remuneration in accordance with pay grade E13 of the German public-sector collectiveagreement TV-L; the salary step depends on your qualifications and experience.
A wide range of research topics recognised in top-tier international journals ( https://www.wiwi.uni-passau.de/en/marketing-services/research/publications ), particularly in the areas of pricing, services research, and business-to-businessmarketing.

Diverse contacts with national and international research partners and participation ininternational conferences.
A rewarding, diverse and challenging academic position on a modern, verdant campus located on the banks of the river Inn, a few minutes‘ walk from the historic Old Town of Passau.
A great work climate in a family-friendly environment.

The University of Passau wishes to increase the proportion of its female staff and expressly encourages women to apply for the position.
This position is suitable for candidates who are registered disabled. Persons with disabilities are given preference over non-disabled applicants who do not otherwise have statutory preferential status if their overall personal aptitudes, skills and qualifications are equal.
If you have any further questions about this position, please contact Professor Dirk Totzek by e-mail
( [e-mail] ).

To apply, please send your full application (even if you have not finished your Masterâs degree yet), including all supporting documents (such as your curriculum vitae and school, training and work certificates) as a single pdf file to [e-mail] by no later than 30 November 2025 . The contact person in our office is Ms Bettina Schiermeier. E-mailed applications are kept on file for six months after the conclusion of the appointment procedure, whereupon they are deleted from our systems.

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