For this position we are especially interested in candidates working at the intersection between comparative and international political economy.
The successful candidate will have an excellent PhD in political science, economics, sociology, economic geography, or a related discipline. Excellent English is essential. Further information on the Political Economy Research Area led by Lucio Baccaro can be found on our website.
The post is for an initial three-year period in accordance with the WissZeitVG (the German law on temporary employment of academic staff) with an option, following evaluation, of a further three years. Pay is according to the German public sector pay agreement (TVöD EG 13; after interim evaluation TVöD EG 14). The successful candidate will have the opportunity to pursue a habilitation and teach at the International Max Planck Research School on the Social and Political Constitution of the Economy (IMPRS–SPCE).
We offer excellent working conditions in an international research institute. The MPIfG is centrally located in Cologne and easily accessible by public transport. The successful candidate is expected to reside in the Cologne area.
A collaborative and collegial working environment is integral to the MPIfG. Starting from the application process, we are committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all of our employees. The compatibility of career and family is also one of our key concerns, as is the employment of people with disabilities.
We look forward to receiving your application in English. Please upload your documents (CV, copies of certificates, list of publications, a selected journal article, a project proposal of 2 to 4 pages, and names and addresses of two referees) as a single PDF to our online application system.
