Postdoctoral Researcher in Entrepreneurship and Innovation (f/m/x 100%)

Postdoctoral Researcher in Entrepreneurship and Innovation (f / m / x 100%)

Deadline : 2025-01-01

The Halle Institute for Economic Research (

Member of the Leibniz Association is seeking qualified candidates to fill one position as soon as possible at the rank of 2025-01 Postdoctoral Researcher in Entrepreneurship and Innovation (f / m / x 100%)

JEL Classification : O3, O4, O5, L1, L2, G30, G34, M1, M2

Successful candidates will be assigned to the research group led by Professor Javier Miranda, and Professor Ufuk Akcigit that is part of theIWH

Department of Structural Change and Productivity

and Professor Merih Sevilir that is part of the IWH

Department of Laws, Regulations and Factor Markets, that started in June 2024.

We expect the candidate to possess an excellent research profile in entrepreneurship, and innovation research using the latest theoretical and / or quantitative methods.

The successful candidate will work as part of the Leibniz Cooperative Excellence Programme in a joint collaboration of IWH and ZEW.

This collaboration will bring together detailed information from firms, establishments, workers, inventors, and entrepreneurs.

The contract is limited to two years. Extensions are possible. The main office will be in Halle (Saale).

The successful candidate has a willingness to work in a highly dynamic environment. Leadership skills, and experience in (co-)supervision of PhD students and are advantages.

What we offer

The Halle Institute for Economic Research is connected to a large community of international scientists, research departments, and policy institutions and, through that, promotes a flourishing environment that directly connects our research on European firm and market performance to actual policy questions within leading European policy institutions.

Your profile / Your motivation

You hold a high-quality doctoral degree in economics or are close to completing it. You have a sound background in applied econometrics.

We value good knowledge of relevant firm micro data. You have a strong interest in applying empirical economics to policy-relevant research questions.

Further information

considers itself a family-friendly employer that guarantees equal opportunities. Remuneration and benefits correspond to the German public sector salary scheme (up to pay group 13 Tarifvertrag der Laender, TV-L).

We highly appreciate diversity and are thus pleased to receive any application irrespective of gender, nationality, disability, or ethnic and social background.

Applications from disabled persons will be given priority in the case of equal suitability, ability and professional expertise.

Please indicate a severe disability in your application. The IWH

aims to increase the proportion of female researchers and specifically encourages women to apply. The hiring committee will conduct a first set of interviews online.

Application procedure

Please apply online for the position 2025 / 01 via our application site by 2025-01-01.

We recommend to send your application as soon as possible, to be considered for the first round of interviews. Your application should include your CV, list of publications, references, teaching experience and evaluation, list of conference talks and successfully acquired third-party funds.

Applications received will be evaluated on the basis of professional qualifications and talents will be considered for recruitment regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion or belief, disability, age, sexual orientation and identity.

Applications from people with disabilities and their equals are welcome. Please indicate any severe disability in your application.

Professor Javier Miranda

Head of the Research Group Entrepreneurship, Innovation, and Productivity Growth

Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions.

49 345 7753-750

2024 Leibniz-Institut für Wirtschaftsforschung Halle (IWH