PhD Position in DFG Project

18. November 2025

The Chair of Labor and Innovation Economics at the School of Business, Economics and Society at Friedrich-Alexander University Erlangen-Nürnberg (Prof. Nagler) invites applications for one

                                                                               Research Associate (f/m/x) (75%)

position, starting at the earliest convenience. The position is funded by the German Science Foundation (DFG) under the project “The Economics of Non-Wage Amenities: A Supply-Side Approach”.

The position offers flexible arrangements regarding work hours and work from home. The initial contract is for a limited period of one year. Upon the completion of a dissertation proposal within the first year, the contract will be extended by three more years. The place of employment is Nuremberg. The salary is based on public employee regulations (13 TV-L). Applicants are expected to be strongly interested in economic research and in pursuing a doctoral degree in economics. Applicants need to have completed/are about to complete a master’s degree in economics or social sciences with a GPA above average. Good English language skills are required, German language skills are welcome. The candidate is expected to have a solid background in econometrics and empirical methods. Interested candidates should send their application as soon as possible, but no later than December 19th, 2025 to markus.nagler@fau.de. Please include the following:

  • Letter of motivation
  • CV
  • School leaving and higher-education certificates
  • Training certificates and job references if applicable

Please combine all material in one single pdf document. If you have any further questions regarding the job opening, do not hesitate to contact

Markus Nagler

Chair of Labor and Innovation Economics

markus.nagler@fau.de

FAU is committed to equality of opportunity and to a proactive and inclusive approach, which supports and encourages all under-represented groups, promotes an inclusive culture and values diversity. If the applicant wishes, the Equal Opportunity Officer may be present in the job interview. FAU is a family-friendly employer.