Doctoral Research Associate in Marketing Management

The Chair of Marketing Management is part of the University of Münster (WWU) with 45,000 students and 8,000 employees in teaching, research, and administration, all working together to shape perspectives for the future. Embedded in the vibrant atmosphere of Münster with its high standard of living, the University’s diverse research profile and attractive study programs draw students and researchers throughout Germany and from around the world.

The Chair of Marketing Management under the direction of Professor Manfred Krafft in the School of Business & Economics at the University of Münster, Germany, is seeking to fill the position of a

Doctoral Research Associate
Wissenschaftliche/r Mitarbeiter/in
(salary level TV-L E 13, 75%)

to start as soon as possible. We are offering this part-time position (75% FTE) for an initial term of 3 years.

Who We Are

The Chair of Marketing Management was founded in 1969 by Prof Heribert Meffert as the first marketing chair in Germany. It is famous for cutting-edge research and high-quality education. Today, Prof Manfred Krafft leads our young and dedicated team, which is always guided by our overarching conceptual philosophy of marketing strategy and customer centricity. Those concepts being the core of our activities, we cover three adjacent main research areas: sales management, channels & retailing and customer management.

What We Offer

• The opportunity to complete your doctorate in economics (Dr rer. pol.) within 3 years
• Interdisciplinary projects
• International network (projects, conferences)
• A close relationship to business partners
• Renown working atmosphere
• Freedom to follow your own research interests
• A dynamic and supportive team

What You Offer

• A university master’s degree in economics* is required.
• Good knowledge of the English language, both written and spoken, is required.
• German language skills are not a requirement but a willingness to learn would be welcome.
• The successful candidate will also display:
• A passion to shape the future of marketing
• Curiosity exploring new research fields
• Enjoy teaching and conveying knowledge
• A critical and analytical mindset
• Team spirit

Your Tasks

• Working toward your own doctoral degree including conception of and participation in high-level research projects
• Teaching activities in individual courses
• Operational tasks in the daily running of the institute

Are you interested In Joining Our Team?

Let´s get in touch! Please send your complete application documents (relevant certificates up to and including the university entrance qualification, references and earliest possible starting date) to Michael Zylla by 30 April 2023 at the latest. In case of any further questions, just give us a call at +49 251 83-25020.

We look forward to receiving your detailed application!

The University of Münster strongly supports equal opportunity and diversity. We welcome all applicants regardless of sex, nationality, ethnic or social background, religion or worldview, disability, age, sexual orientation or gender identity. We are committed to creating family-friendly working conditions.

The University of Münster is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to increasing the proportion of women academics. Consequently, we actively encourage applications by women. Female candidates with equivalent qualifications and academic achievements will be preferentially considered within the framework of the legal possibilities.

* If you have completed your studies in a neighbouring discipline such as psychology, communication sciences, industrial engineering or mathematics, you are also welcome to apply. The possibility of a doctorate is available but may be subject to additional requirements (e.g. the successful completion of certain business administration subjects). You are welcome to apply several months before you graduate.

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