The Chair of Development Economics (Professor Michael Grimm) and the DFG Research Training Group 2720 “Digital Platform Ecosystems” (DPE) at the University of Passau invite applications for a Doctoral Researcher (PhD Candidate)position in the area of opportunities and risks associated with digital platforms in developing countries.

This is a fully funded 75% FTE position based on a fixed-term contract for three years, starting 1 October 2025. Remuneration is in accordance with pay grade E13 of the German public-sector collective agreement (TV-L); the salary step will depend on the candidate’s qualifications and experience.

Applications will be reviewed starting 30 May 2025.

Further information can be found here.