RWTH Aachen University invites applications for a research position in econometrics focused on network and spatial analysis.
Job Details
Type: Research assistant / technician (f/m/d)
Attendance: On-Site
Posted on: 29 May 2026
Job start date: 29 May 2026
Application deadline: 26 June 2026
Contact
Name: Sabine Ott
Email: sabine.ott@ae.rwth-aachen.de
Phone: +49 241 80‑96034
Responsibilities
- Independent research as part of a PhD project in network or spatial econometrics
- Develop and empirically evaluate econometric methods for modeling interdependencies
- Contribute to academic publications and presentations at international conferences
- Actively involve in teaching and supervision: bachelor’s and master’s theses, tutorials and courses in German and English
Qualifications
- Excellent master’s degree (or comparable) in economics, econometrics, statistics, mathematics or a related field
- Strong background in econometrics and interest in methodologically oriented research
- Experience with statistical software (e.g., Stata, R, Python, Matlab)
- Excellent command of English, both written and spoken
- Very good command of German (minimum C1 level)
- Independent and analytically driven working style
- Prior teaching experience is an asset
Benefits
- Participation in an innovative research environment and opportunity to shape the emerging research group
- Access to an international network of leading researchers in econometrics
- Close supervision and support throughout the PhD process
- Opportunities to attend conferences, workshops and summer schools
- Modern infrastructure and access to relevant software and data resources
Employment Conditions
The successful candidate will be employed under a regular employment contract. The position starts at the earliest possible date, with a fixed term of two years and an option to extend for three further years. It is a part‑time position (50% of full‑time hours). The salary follows the German public service salary scale (TV‑L) at grade EG 13 TV‑L. The role enables pursuit of a doctoral degree.
Equal Opportunity Statement
RWTH is an equal opportunities employer. Applications are welcomed from all qualified candidates and decisions are made without regard to national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability or age. Women are encouraged to apply; preferential consideration may be given to female applicants when equally qualified.
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