Research Assistant/Doctoral Student (f/m/d) - Institute of Management Accounting and Control (IMC)

JR Germany; Niederwerth; Vor Ort; EUR 30.000 - 50.000; Teilzeit

Zusammenfassung

An established industry player is seeking a Research Assistant/Doctoral Student to join a leading think tank in management accounting and control. This part-time position offers hands-on research experience and the chance to collaborate closely with faculty and peers. You will engage in innovative research on topics like digitalization and corporate transformation, participate in seminars and international exchanges, and enjoy flexible working conditions. This role is perfect for those passionate about research and eager to contribute to impactful projects in a supportive team environment.

Leistungen

Hands-on research experience

Supportive team culture

Access to data and partnerships

Participation in seminars and conferences

Flexible working conditions

Qualifikationen

• Strong interest in management accounting and digital transformation.
• Excellent analytical skills and curiosity.

Aufgaben

• Work on research questions related to digitalization and corporate transformation.
• Collaborate with supervisors on dissertation topics.

Kenntnisse

Analytical Skills

Research Skills

Curiosity

Perseverance

Ausbildung

Master's Degree

Jobbeschreibung

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Research Assistant/Doctoral Student (f/m/d) - Institute of Management Accounting and Control (IMC), Niederwerth

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WHU-Otto Beisheim School of Management

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Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

Job Description:

This is a temporary, part-time position at the Institute of Management Accounting and Control (IMC), a leading think tank in management accounting and control. The IMC integrates concepts from economics and social sciences, fostering innovative research.

Responsibilities include:

1. Working on research questions related to digitalization, artificial intelligence, environmental and social responsibility, flexible performance management, and corporate transformation.
2. Collaborating with supervisors to select a dissertation topic aligned with your interests and the institute's focus.
3. Engaging in research activities from day one, with opportunities for interaction with faculty, international guests, and doctoral peers.
4. Participating in seminars, doctoral colloquia, and international conferences.
5. Potentially visiting leading universities abroad as a Visiting Doctoral Student.

Candidate Profile:

• Strong interest in research areas related to management accounting, control, and digital transformation.
• Excellent analytical skills, curiosity, perseverance, and energy.
• Master's degree from a recognized university.
• Fluent in English.

What We Offer:

• Hands-on research experience with close faculty interaction.
• A supportive, collaborative team culture emphasizing teamwork, learning, and open dialogue.
• Access to data and partnerships with leading companies.
• Participation in seminars, conferences, and international exchanges.
• Flexible working conditions.

For inquiries, contact Dr. Carsten Lucaß, Director, Center for Controlling and Management, via email or phone.