Research Associate / Wissenschaftliche*r Mitarbeiter*in at the Institute Digital Economics

Research Associate (m/f/d) – Wissenschaftlicher Mitarbeiter

Institute for Digital Economics. Remuneration EG 13, TV-L. ID: 10326WW5. Start of employment: . Application deadline: . Scope: full time, fixed term until .

The Institute for Digital Economics is part of the school of Management Sciences and Technology at the Hamburg University of Technology. We study decision making, strategic interaction and the impact of digitisation on markets and organisations. We use econometric methods as well as laboratory, online and field experiments to analyse human behaviour. Our empirical work is rooted in decision theory and game theory, and we also aim to develop new behavioural economic theories. In summer 2025, we opened our Experimental Economics Lab (HHIDE Lab), which provides state‑of‑the‑art infrastructure for experimental research.

Responsibilities

• Conduct independent and collaborative research projects
• Present research results at conferences and publish articles in peer‑reviewed academic journals
• Contribute to teaching and supervise final theses (Bachelor’s and Master’s level)
• Manage project‑related tasks and assist in preparing applications for third‑party funding

Qualifications

Requirements

• Completed scientific university studies (master’s degree or equivalent), in particular in economics, computer science, industrial engineering, or another relevant field

Desired knowledge and personal skills

• Strong research interest in market design and/or behavioural economics
• Strong knowledge of empirical research methods (in particular experimental economics) and good command of microeconomic theory
• Independent and conscientious working style, high level of self‑motivation, strong teamwork skills and openness to new ideas
• Very good command of English (spoken and written); German is an asset but not a requirement

Benefits

• The opportunity to pursue a PhD within a reasonable time frame, with intensive supervision and flexibility to develop your own research ideas
• Comprehensive training in modern empirical and experimental methods
• Participation in national and international research projects and publications, as well as integration into an excellent research network
• Funding for participation in international conferences, summer schools, workshops and internal university training courses
• Collaboration in a motivated and creative team at the HHIDE Lab and the Institute for Digital Economics

We value diversity, therefore all applications are welcome, regardless of gender, gender identity, ethnic origin, nationality, age, religion and belief, disability, sexual orientation and identity or social background. The TU Hamburg stands for equal opportunities as well as appreciative and respectful cooperation.

Notice for graduates of foreign educational qualifications

Please submit proof of all obtained university degrees and, if available, the recognition of your educational qualifications in Germany (e.g. anabin excerpts and/or acknowledgement of previous employers).