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Technische Universität Dresden - Faculty of Business and Economics, Chair of Economics, esp. International Monetary Economics

TUD Dresden University of Technology, as a University of Excellence, is one of the leading and most dynamic research institutions in the country. For TUD diversity is an essential feature and a quality criterion of an excellent university. Accordingly, we welcome all applicants who would like to commit themselves, their achievements and productivity to the success of the whole institution.

Research Associate / PhD Student / PostDoc (m/f/x)

(subject to personal qualification, employees are remunerated according to salary group E 13 TV-L)
At the Faculty of Business and Economics, the Chair of Economics, esp. International Monetary Economics offers a position as
Research Associate / PhD Student / PostDoc (m/f/x)
starting March 1, 2027. The position entails 65% of the full-time weekly hours and is limited to three years with the option of extension. The period of employment is governed by the Fixed Term Research Contracts Act (Wissenschaftszeitvertragsgesetz - WissZeitVG). The position aims at obtaining further academic qualification (usually PhD / habilitation thesis).

Tasks:

You will conduct research on issues in the field of international monetary economics—particularly financial stability, political risk, monetary policy, exchange rates, and international financial markets—and write research papers on these topics. Writing a cumulative dissertation will be a central part of your responsibilities. In addition, you will teach courses, supervise theses, and participate in academic self-governance.

Requirements:

  • above-average university degree (Diplom or Master’s) in economics (or a related field)
  • very strong knowledge of quantitative methods as well as experience with standard statistical software
  • You are interested in researching topics in the field of international monetary economics and would like to pursue a Ph.D. in this area.
  • excellent analytical skills, a high degree of initiative
  • very good command of German and English

What we offer:

  • the opportunity for engaging and independent work within a flat hierarchy, in an open-minded team and supportive atmosphere
  • flexible arrangements for work hours to support a good work-life balance
  • 30 days of vacation per year (based on a 5-day workweek)
  • extensive opportunities for professional development and continuing education
  • health care and sports programs offered by TUD
  • a discounted job ticket (also available as a Deutschlandticket)
  • participation in the supplementary pension scheme for employees in the public sector via VBL (Federal and State Government Employees Retirement Fund)

How to apply:

TUD strives to employ more women in academia and research. We therefore expressly encourage women to apply. The university is a family-friendly university. We welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. If multiple candidates prove to be equally qualified, those with disabilities or with equivalent status pursuant to the German Social Code IX (SGB IX) will receive priority for employment.

Application: Please submit your detailed application with the usual documents by December 16, 2026 (stamped arrival date of the university central mail service or the time stamp on the email server of TUD applies), preferably via the TUD SecureMail Portal https://securemail.tu-dresden.de by sending it as a single pdf file to stefan.eichler@tu-dresden.de or to:

TU Dresden,
Chair of Economics, esp. International Monetary Economics,
Prof. Dr. Stefan Eichler,
Helmholtzstr. 10,
01069 Dresden.

Please submit copies only, as your application will not be returned to you. Expenses incurred in attending interviews cannot be reimbursed.

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Reference to data protection: Your data protection rights, the purpose for which your data will be processed, as well as further information about data protection is available to you on the website:
https://tu-dresden.de/karriere/datenschutzhinweis.