Doctoral Researcher

The Kiel Institute for the World Economy is seeking applicants for the position of

Doctoral Researcher

for a third-party funded research and policy advice project

We are looking for a doctoral researcher to join our new research and policy advisory project, Industrial Policy Lab. In this role, you will work at the intersection of research and policy advice, focusing on industrial policy.

This part-time position (75%) is based in our Research Hub in Berlin. We seek individuals who are passionate about policy-relevant, data-driven research in the field of industrial policy and are eager to contribute to impactful and innovative projects.

This position offers a unique opportunity to take on responsibility in a dynamic research and policy advisory environment. You will:

• Conduct independent and collaborative research on industrial policy, developing new insights and contributing to academic and policy discussions.
• Support research-based policy advice, translating complex economic analyses into actionable recommendations for policymakers and stakeholders.
• Support data collection, analysis, and methodology development for policy evaluation projects within the Industrial Policy Lab, ensuring high-quality and robust data-driven insights.
• Be part of an innovative research team and work on a policy relevant research project, collaborating closely with a leading professor of economics to guide the strategic direction of the research and policy agenda. You will cooperate with project partners in academia and think tanks, as well as stakeholders such as ministries, members of parliament and the federal administration.

Your Profile

Required:

• Master Degree (or equivalent) in Economics or a related field
• Proven expertise and interest in industrial policy research
• Fluent in English (C1)
• Excellent communication skills
• Structured and independent working style

Preferred:

• Experience in research-based policy advice

What We Offer

• A collaborative and dynamic research environment
• Opportunities for professional development and training
• Close collaboration with leading economists and policymakers
• The chance to contribute to high-impact policy research
• Flexible work arrangements and potential for remote work

The position offers a competitive salary according to the German public service salary scale (Entgeltgruppe EG 13 TV-L). The contract is for the duration of the project (until 31.12.2027) with the possibility of an extension. It is scheduled to begin as early as possible.

The Kiel Institute is an equal opportunity employer and a certified family-friendly organisation. We promote the professional opportunities of women and strongly encourage them to apply. Women with equivalent qualifications, skills and expertise will be given preference. The Kiel Institute is committed to the employment of people with disabilities. For this reason, applicants with severe disabilities and their equals will be given preferential consideration if they are suitable.

We welcome all applications, regardless of nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion/belief, age and sexual orientation.

Please apply online using your last name as the file name and include a letter of application, your CV, your academic certificates and proof of relevant professional experience (ID no. “03_25_Präs_PhD_01‘’). The closing date for applications is the 25^th of April 2025. Please do not include any photographs.

For further information, please contact Johannes Binder.

• part-time position (75%), based in Berlin
• salary based on the German public sector pay scale (EG 13 TV-L)
• contract is for the duration of the project (until 31.12.2027) with the possibility of an extension
• ID-No. “03_25_Präs_PhD_01”
• Deadline for applications: 25th of April 2025