Fully Funded PhD Positions at Technical University of Munich (TUM) 2025

Overview

The Fully Funded PhD Positions at Technical University of Munich (TUM), ranked among Europe’s leading research institutions, are offering three fully funded PhD student positions (Junior Researcher roles) at its Chair Group of Production and Resource Economics. These prestigious positions are housed within the TUM School of Management and the TUM School of Life Sciences Weihenstephan.

This scholarship programme provides candidates with the exceptional opportunity to pursue doctoral studies in microeconomics and applied economics, emphasising real-world policy impact, sustainability, and digital transformation.

Key Program Features

The TUM PhD programme offers:

• Structured doctoral training through TUM Graduate School
• Expert supervision by senior researchers
• Access to national and EU-funded projects (including Horizon EU projects like URSOILL and WATERGRID)
• Opportunities to participate in teaching, grant writing, and international outreach
• Global research collaborations across South America, Africa, and Asia
• Expected outcome: Internationally competitive PhD degree and peer-reviewed publications

Research Focus Areas

Selected candidates will engage in cutting-edge, empirical research in one or more of these domains:

• Natural resources and environmental economics
• Climate change economics and public policy
• Digitalization, artificial intelligence (AI), and smart technology applications
• Policy impact evaluation and development economics
• Production efficiency, market dynamics, and food systems

Scholarship Benefits

Comprehensive Funding Package

• Competitive salary based on TV-L E13 (2/3) pay scale
• Renewable contract with potential extension beyond two years
• Enrollment in the TUM Graduate School

Professional Development

• Structured academic support and training
• Participation in high-impact EU-funded research initiatives
• International networking opportunities
• Experience in teaching, publication, and grant writing
• Preparation for careers in academia, policy, or industry

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Eligibility Requirements

The scholarship is open to applicants of all nationalities who possess:

• An excellent or very good master’s degree in one of these fields:
  • Economics
  • Business Studies
  • Agricultural Sciences (with an economics focus)
  • Other relevant disciplines
• Strong quantitative analysis skills including:
  • Econometrics
  • Statistics
  • Machine Learning
• Additional requirements:
  • High level of motivation and independence
  • Strong teamwork abilities
  • Excellent command of spoken and written English
  • Willingness to learn German (working proficiency encouraged)

Application Process

Required Documents

Applicants must submit the following in a single PDF file:

1. Cover Letter – Highlighting how the position aligns with your goals and experiences
2. Comprehensive Curriculum Vitae
3. List of References
4. Academic Transcripts and Degree Certificates

Submission Details

• Application email: Prof. Johannes Sauer at jo.sauer@tum.de
• Deadline: 15 June 2025 (or until positions are filled)
• Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis

Don’t miss this prestigious research opportunity – submit your application before the June 15, 2025, deadline.

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