Research Associate / PhD Student / PostDoc (m/f/x)

You will conduct research on issues in the field of international monetary economics—particularly financial stability, political risk, monetary policy, exchange rates, and international financial markets—and write research papers on these topics. Writing a cumulative dissertation will be a central part of your responsibilities. In addition, you will teach courses, supervise theses, and participate in academic self-governance.

• above-average university degree (Diplom or Master’s) in economics (or a related field)
• very strong knowledge of quantitative methods as well as experience with standard statistical software
• You are interested in researching topics in the field of international monetary economics and would like to pursue a Ph.D. in this area.
• excellent analytical skills, a high degree of initiative
• very good command of German and English

• the opportunity for engaging and independent work within a flat hierarchy, in an open-minded team and supportive atmosphere
• flexible arrangements for work hours to support a good work-life balance
• 30 days of vacation per year (based on a 5-day workweek)
• extensive opportunities for professional development and continuing education
• health care and sports programs offered by TUD
• a discounted job ticket (also available as a Deutschlandticket)
• participation in the supplementary pension scheme for employees in the public sector via VBL (Federal and State Government Employees Retirement Fund)

TUD strives to employ more women in academia and research. We therefore expressly encourage women to apply. The university is a family-friendly university. We welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. If multiple candidates prove to be equally qualified, those with disabilities or with equivalent status pursuant to the German Social Code IX (SGB IX) will receive priority for employment.

Application: Please submit your detailed application with the usual documents by December 16, 2026 (stamped arrival date of the university central mail service or the time stamp on the email server of TUD applies), preferably via the TUD SecureMail Portal https://securemail.tu-dresden.de by sending it as a single pdf file to stefan.eichler@tu-dresden.de or to:

TU Dresden,
Chair of Economics, esp. International Monetary Economics,
Prof. Dr. Stefan Eichler,
Helmholtzstr. 10,
01069 Dresden.

Please submit copies only, as your application will not be returned to you. Expenses incurred in attending interviews cannot be reimbursed.

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