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22.05.2025

06.07.2025

The Professorship of Public Policy for the Green Transition (PPGT) focuses on designing and evaluating policies for the green transition worldwide. The group uses various methods, from automated data analyses (e.g., machine learning) to qualitative analyses (e.g., interviews), to support ambitious policies for climate and energy transitions.

This position investigates the impact of different financing schemes (public, private, blended) on the feasibility of green hydrogen by use case. It focuses on evaluating development pathways for green hydrogen infrastructure, considering geographical and economic contexts, including Ukraine's potential as a green hydrogen hub. The project involves collaboration with partners like the University of Oxford, Imperial College London, and policymakers.

• PhD in a policy-related field (e.g., public policy, political economy, economics, political science)
• Project management experience and good self-management
• Interest in working on a collaborative project with international partners and policymakers
• Enthusiasm for interdisciplinary teamwork with energy modelers and policy scholars
• Knowledge of Ukraine, its energy system, or Ukrainian language is a plus
• Experience in finance or consulting is a plus
• Interest in nature or biodiversity; basic knowledge is a plus
• Motivation to contribute to teaching

• Cutting-edge research in an interdisciplinary team specializing in climate and energy policy
• Collaboration with top research and policy institutions worldwide
• Active research community across policy fields at the School of Social Sciences and Technology
• Close collaboration with the TUM Think Tank
• Office space in Munich's city center
• Salary based on pay grade E14 TV-L, dependent on experience
• Initial appointment for 18 months with possible extension

Please download your application as a PDF (max. 1 page). Applications are evaluated starting April 8 and will be considered on a rolling basis until the position is filled. The start date is as soon as possible.

The Technical University of Munich encourages women to apply and is committed to increasing gender diversity. Applicants with disabilities will be given preference if equally qualified.

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