Research Assistant (Doctoral Candidate) in Macroeconomics | Wissenschaftliche*r Mitarbeiters*in (m/w/d) mit der Zielrichtung Promotion

Job Summary

The Christian-Albrechts-Universität zu Kiel is seeking a Research Assistant for its Institute of Economics, specifically within the Macroeconomics department. This role is ideal for an aspiring academic looking to pursue a doctorate, offering a unique opportunity to engage in cutting-edge research on highly policy-relevant macroeconomic topics. The successful candidate will contribute to research, assist in teaching (2 hours per week), and participate in the Quantitative Economics doctoral program. Key responsibilities include applying econometric methods and macroeconomic theory, with a focus on areas like monetary, fiscal, or climate policy, business cycles, structural change, or energy economics. The position offers a stimulating academic environment, strong national and international connections, and support for conference participation and international stays, preparing candidates for careers in central banks, think tanks, or data science.