Assistant Professor in Economics of Sustainable Energy | Wirtschaftswissenschaftler (m/w/d)

Universität zu Köln

Köln, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland
Published Sep 2, 2025
Full-time
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Job Summary

This Assistant Professorship at the University of Cologne seeks an early-career economist to contribute to research, teaching, and academic administration within the Faculty of Management, Economics and Social Sciences. The role focuses on the economics of sustainable energy, particularly from a micro-economic perspective, involving training students and doctoral candidates. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with the Institute of Energy Economics (EWI) and align with the Faculty’s Sustainable Smart Energy & Mobility (SSEM) initiative or the ECONtribute Excellence Cluster. The position requires a strong research track record, a promising research agenda in sustainable energy economics, and a deep understanding of energy and/or emission markets. The role also involves acquiring and managing third-party-funded projects, offering a stimulating academic environment with career development and family-friendly support.

Required Skills

Education

Doctoral degree in Economics or related field

Experience

  • Early career stage (ideally, no more than three years since completion of a doctoral degree)
  • Excellent track record in research
  • At least one publication in a recognized international peer-reviewed journal
  • Promising research agenda related to the economics of sustainable energy
  • Credible commitment to energy economics in research and teaching
  • Potential to successfully acquire and manage third-party-funded projects

Languages

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Additional

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