Data researcher

The University of Passau owes its strong visibility and good repute to excellent research, innovative teaching and its tight-knit international academic networks. Some 11,000 students from 100 countries and more than 1,300 staff study and work on our university campus, which is located a stone\’s throw from the historical Old Town of Passau and combines state-of-the-art technical infrastructure with award-winning architecture. Internationally successful high-tech companies and a vibrant start-up scene, coupled with a rich culture and Lower Bavarian traditions, give Passau and the surrounding area a special appeal that makes it a great place to live and work.
The Chair of Development Economics (Professor Michael Grimm) and the DFG Research Training Group 2720 «Digital Platform Ecosystems» (DPE) at the University of Passau invite applications for the position of
The position offers the opportunity to engage in field experiments and quasi-experimental research in Sub-Saharan Africa and Indonesia to explore the potential of Digital Platform Ecosystems for firms, farms and households in the areas of business, agriculture, health and education.
You are a highly motivated postgraduate with an excellent master\’s degree in economics or a related field of study.
Very good analytical and econometric skills, the ability to handle and manage large and complex micro data sets in STATA and most importantly a keen interest in development economics .
Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team , open-mindedness, and the motivation to work on a research project independently and diligently.
Excellent spoken and written English language skills . Knowledge of German is not a requirement.
The opportunity to pursue doctoral study at a renowned German university as part of a strong research team with internationally recognised research activities at the highest scholarly level (see ).
Membership in the interdisciplinary Research Training Group 2720 Digital Platform Ecosystems (see for details and activities) funded by the German Research Foundation (DFG).
Your own research budget for conference visits and hiring student research assistants.
No formal teaching obligation but opportunities to participate in and contribute to the Chair\’s teaching portfolio.
a fully funded research visit abroad, external course programme (summer schools, workshops); co-supervision by international scholars and much more. The research training programme is designed such that students are enabled to complete their doctoral degree within three years.
You will participate regularly in international conferences , become integrated into an international research network and contribute to public discourse.
This position is for Research Area C.2 under the primary supervision of Professor Michael Grimm () . Please visit for our data privacy statement.
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