Research fellow (m/f/x) Relational Space Economy (100%)

Zeppelin University Gmbh; Friedrichshafen; On-site; EUR 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Access to international researchnet

Flexible working hours

Pension plan support

Wellpass fitness program

Deutschlandticket job ticket

Nursery subsidies

JobRad bicycle leasing

Company outings and events

Job summary

Zeppelin Universität is seeking a Research fellow in Relational Space Economy to advance a cutting-edge research program at LEIZ. The role emphasizes theoretical and empirical work on space economy, data collection via interviews or surveys, and dissemination at conferences and in journals.

You will collaborate with fellow researchers, contribute to the institute's research portfolio, and publish findings with high impact in the field of relational economics.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or doctorate in social sciences (economics, business administration, sociology, political science) with above-average grades.
• Experience in designing and conducting research projects.
• Theoretical conceptualization and operationalization of constructs in research.

Responsibilities

• Develop the research agenda of relational economics and lead a project on the space economy (LEO Economy).
• Theoretically conceptualize and empirically study space economy from relational economics perspective.

Skills

Relational economics

Research design

Data collection

Publications

Bilingual German/English

Education

Master's or PhD in social sciences

Job description

Research fellow (m/f/x) Relational Space Economy (100%)

Zeppelin Universität (ZU) in Friedrichshafen on the Lake of Constance is a state-recognized, private university with BA, MA and doctoral programs in the fields of business, culture and politics. It is committed to interdisciplinarity, internationality and individuality in research and teaching.

We are currently looking to fill the following position at the Leadership Excellence Institute Zeppelin I LEIZ (100%, 40 hours per week, fixed-term contract until Dec. 2027) starting at the earliest convenience:

Research fellow (m/f/x) Relational Space Economy (100%)

The Leadership Excellence Institute Zeppelin | LEIZ is a research, teaching and practice transfer institution of Zeppelin University. Its main topics relate to the work on the theory of Relational Economics.

• Your main task will be to further develop the innovative research agenda of relational economics and, in this context, to carry out a research project on the topic of the space economy (LEO Economy – Low, Earth and Orbit)
• Your tasks will include the theoretical conception of the space economy from the perspective of relational economics and an empirical research project
• The latter may include data collection, e.g., through interviews, surveys, etc., as well as data analysis
• You will be expected to discuss the results of the research projects at conferences and publish them in leading journals and book publishers
• You will work on an equal footing with the other research assistants at the Leadership Excellence Institute
• We expect you to have completed a master's degree or doctorate with above-average grades in the social sciences (economics, business administration, sociology, political science)
• In addition, we expect you to be able to work independently, be a team player, and have a friendly and professional manner
• The following qualities would also be desirable:
  • Experience in designing and conducting research projects
  • Experience with theoretical conceptualization and operationalization of constructs
  • Publications and/or research project (including Master Thesis, PhD thesis) on the topic of space economy
  • Familiarity with relational economics is preferred
  • Excellent communication skills in German and English

We offer a varied and challenging job in an innovative working and learning environment with currently more than 220 exceptional and dedicated colleagues as well as 700 students.

Additional benefits:

• Access to and participation in an international research network
• Flexible working hours for better work-life balance
• Support for company pension plans
• Participation in the company fitness program Wellpass
• Deutschlandticket (train ticket valid everywhere in Germany) as job ticket, subsidized by the university
• Nursery subsidies
• JobRad (bicycle leasing program)
• Company outings, Christmas parties, summer festivals

Zeppelin Universität is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants with disabilities will be given priority. Zeppelin Universität supports the compatibility of family and work and promotes gender equality.

For any specific questions regarding the position, please contact Dr. Jessica Geraldo Schwengber (Institute Manager LEIZ) at [e-mail].