Doctoral researchers in the DFG Graduate Program "Collective Decision-Making" (12 positions) § 28 Subsection 3 HmbHG
Universität Hamburg
Temporary
Part Time
Apply by: 2026-03-31
Published: 2026-01-27
Hamburg
Doctoral researchers in the DFG Graduate Program “Collective Decision-Making” (12 positions) § 28 Subsection 3 HmbHG
Institution: Faculty of Business, Economics and Social Sciences, Faculty of Humanities
Salary level: EGR. 13 TV-L
Start date: 01.11.2026, fixed for a period of three years. (This is a fixed-term contract in accordance with Section 2 of the academic fixed-term labor contract act [Wissenschaftszeitvertragsgesetz, WissZeitVG]).
Application deadline: 31.03.2026
Scope of work: part-time
Weekly hours: 75% of standard work hours per week
Salary level: EGR. 13 TV-L
Start date: 01.11.2026, fixed for a period of three years. (This is a fixed-term contract in accordance with Section 2 of the academic fixed-term labor contract act [Wissenschaftszeitvertragsgesetz, WissZeitVG]).
Application deadline: 31.03.2026
Scope of work: part-time
Weekly hours: 75% of standard work hours per week
Your responsibilities
Active participation in a structured graduate program. Research associates have to complete the doctoral qualification program and to write a doctoral dissertation in Economics, Philosophy or Political Science on a topic related to the research program of the graduate program. Presence in Hamburg is required (except for research-related absences).Your profile
A university degree in the field(s) of Economics (Master), Philosophy (Master) or Political Science (Master) or in an interdisciplinary Master’s program involving these disciplines. The Master’s program should be closely related to the graduate program. On completion of the Master’s degree (including a Bachelor’s degree) applicants must have reached the equivalent of 300 ECTS points. The Master’s degree must have been awarded by a recognized university or equivalent institution of higher education by the start of the position. Research associates must have an excellent command of English.We offer
Universität Hamburg—University of Excellence is one of the strongest research educational institutions in Germany. Our work in research, teaching, educational and knowledge exchange activities is fostering the next generation of responsible global citizens ready to tackle the global challenges facing us. Our guiding principle “Innovating and Cooperating for a Sustainable Future in a digital age” drives collaboration with academic and nonacademic partner institutions in the Hamburg Metropolitan Region and around the world. We would like to invite you to be part of our community to work with us in creating sustainable and digital change for a dynamic and pluralist society. The University of Hamburg is committed to equity. Diversity enriches our university life, whether in our studies, research, teaching, education, or workplace. We therefore welcome all applications, regardless of gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnic or social background, age, religion or belief, disability, or chronic illness. Severely disabled and disabled applicants with the same status will receive preference over equally qualified non-disabled applicants.Instructions for applying
Contact https://www.uni-hamburg.de/cdm cdm.wiso@uni-hamburg.de Reference number19 Location
Von-Melle-Park 9
20146 Hamburg
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31.03.2026
Use only the online application form to submit your application with the following documents:
- tabular curriculum vitae
- personal statement (should describe general academic interests and fit with the graduate program)
- outline of a research project the candidate would like to pursue (about 1000 words)
- copies of degree certificate(s) and transcripts of records for previous studies (Bachelor and Master)
- two academic reference letters
- substantial academic writing sample of about 5000 words (e.g. an excerpt of the candidate’s master’s thesis or a term paper)
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