Postdoctoral Researcher for DFG-funded Cluster of Excellence “TransforM – Munich Center for Tra[...]

Postdoctoral Researcher for DFG-funded Cluster of Excellence “TransforM – Munich Center for Transformative Technologies and Societal Change”

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TransforM brings together the expertise of 25 Principal Investigators across leading research institutions, including TUM, LMU Munich, the Max Planck Institute for Innovation and Competition, the ifo Institute, and ZEW Mannheim. The position is embedded in Focus Area 1 (Opportunity & Design) and requires regular presence at TUM Campus Straubing, Munich and Garching.

Responsibilities

• Conduct high‑quality, independent research related to innovation, sustainability, and transformative change within the TransforM research agenda.
• Coordinate research activities in Focus Area 1, collaborating with PIs, doctoral researchers, and external partners across TUM, LMU, MPI, ifo, and ZEW.
• Contribute to joint publications, workshops, scientific exchange formats, and reporting within the Cluster of Excellence.
• Support strategic and administrative coordination processes in Focus Area 1.

Requirements

• Excellent doctoral degree in management with a focus on innovation, entrepreneurship, sustainability, or a related field.
• Outstanding research record, ideally demonstrated through peer‑reviewed publications or strong working papers.
• Strong methodological skills (qualitative and/or quantitative).
• Experience in project coordination, preferably in innovation, sustainability, or transformative change contexts.
• Strong communication and organizational skills and the ability to collaborate in interdisciplinary environments.
• Outstanding command of written and spoken English; German skills are an asset but not required.

What we offer

• A full‑time Postdoctoral position (E13 TV‑L, 100%) at a leading European research university.
• Integration into the TransforM Cluster of Excellence, providing visibility and access to leading research networks across Germany and Europe.
• Opportunities to develop your academic profile, including publications and international collaborations.
• Support for career development through the TUM Postdoc Academy, Talent Factory, and dedicated mentoring.
• A vibrant interdisciplinary environment across TUM’s Straubing, Munich, and Garching campuses, with strong links to LMU, MPI, ifo, and ZEW.
• Initial contract for three years, with the possibility of extension.

Application

To apply, send your documents (cover letter, curriculum vitae, scan of certificates, and a current overview of previous academic achievements, summarized in a PDF) by December 5th, 2025 to or by mail to:
Technical University of Munich
Campus Straubing for Biotechnology and Sustainability
Professorship for Innovation and Technology Management
Prof. Dr. Claudia Doblinger
Am Essigberg 3
94315 Straubing

Equal Opportunity

TUM is committed to increasing the proportion of women in its academic workforce and explicitly encourages applications from qualified women. The position is suitable for people with severe disabilities; candidates with severe disabilities will be given priority when equally qualified.

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