Munich, May 2016
PhD Researchers
(management/economics with focus on high-technology industries)
Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität Munich (LMU) is one of the largest and most prestigious universities in Germany.
The Institute for Strategy, Technology and Organization at LMU Munich has multiple open positions for
PhD Researchers.
We are looking for candidates with an outstanding Master's degree or equivalent in Management, Business Administration, Economics or a related field and strong motivation as well as demonstrated potential to conduct high-quality academic research. Candidates with a particular interest in quantitative-empirical research on high-technology industries are especially encouraged to apply. Methodological experience with econometric models is an advantage but not necessary. The candidate is expected to pursue a doctorate at the institute. Remuneration follows the standard German pay scale (75%, TV/L 13). The position is initially for two years with an option for extension. The preferred starting date is 1st September, 2016.
The Institute for Strategy, Technology and Organization (ISTO) at the Munich School of Management, LMU Munich, was established in 2006. Led by Professor Tobias Kretschmer, the institute comprises an interdisciplinary group of scholars trained in economics and management. Research at ISTO is at the interception of strategic management, organization design and technology management and includes work on competition in technology markets, shifting firm boundaries and strategic organization design. The institute's teaching profile includes specialized courses on management and economics of network industries and competitive strategy as well as more general courses at the BSc, MSc and PhD level. The candidate's role will involve teaching undergraduate and postgraduate tutorials and seminars, as well as pursuing the Master of Business Research.
We encourage joint research projects within our team as well as projects and exchange with international partners. To facilitate this, we hold a seminar series with speakers from Europe and the U.S. and host several renowned academic visitors each semester. Members of the institute can present and discuss their work in progress in this and other seminar series.
If you are interested in working in a motivated team with an international and research-focused outlook, please send your application with the usual documents electronically to the following address. Application deadline is 31st May, 2016, although early applications are encouraged.
e.almasdi-mueller@lmu.de
Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München
Munich School of Management
Institute for Strategy, Technology and Organization
c/o Esther Almasdi-Müller
Kaulbachstr. 45/II, 80539 Munich, Germany
In the case of essentially equal qualification, applicants with impairments will be given preference. The option of part-time employment is available in principle. We encourage women to apply.
For questions or an informal discussion about the position, please contact Prof. Tobias Kretschmer (t.kretschmer@lmu.de, phone: +49 89 2180 6270).
JEL Classification(s): L, M, O