Research assistant (WHB) bei Universität zu Köln

We are one of the largest and oldest universities in Europe and one of the most important employers in our region.
Our broad range of subjects, the dynamic development of our main research areas and our central location in Cologne
make us attractive for students and researchers from around the world. We offer a wide range of career opportunities in
science, technology, and administration.

At the chair of energy economics and the assistant pro-
fessorship of energy market design, we are investigating
a broad range of energy markets, carriers, and infrastruc-
tures, their decarbonization, digitalization, and decentral-
ization, related questions of sector coupling, regulation,
and market design, as well as the role of energy in the
macroeconomy.

YOUR TASKS

» Support with research projects and scientific publica-
tions at the chair and at the assistant professorship

» Literature review on energy technology, economics,
and policy

» Data collection, processing, and analysis

YOUR PROFILE

» A Bachelor‘s degree in economics, business adminis-
tration, mathematics, computer science or (industrial)
engineering

» Interest in and ideally prior knowledge of energy
economics

» Good analytical skills and an independent, reliable,
thorough, and structured way of working

» Interest in or knowledge of one of the programming
languages Python, VBA, or GAMS and solid knowledge
of MS Excel are an advantage

WE OFFER

» Exciting tasks in the research field of energy
econonmics

» A diverse working environment with equal
opportunities

» Support in balancing work and family life
» Extensive advanced training opportunities
» Occupational health management offers
» Flexible working time models
» Opportunity to work remotely

The University of Cologne is committed to equal opportu-
nities and diversity. Women are especially encouraged to
apply and will be considered preferentially in accordance
with the Equal Opportunities Act of North Rhine-West-
phalia (Landesgleichstellungsgesetz – LGG NRW). We also
expressly welcome applications from people with disabili-
ties / special needs or of equal status.

The position is available immediately on a part-time
basis (43-69 hours per month). The position is to be
filled for a fix term of 12 months. Remuneration is based
on the internal university remuneration system directive
on the Employment and Remuneration of Research
Employees and student assistants.

Please apply online with proof of the required qualifications
without photo under: https://jobportal.uni-koeln.de. The
reference number is Wiss2405-24. The application dead-
line is 12.06.2024. For further inquiries, please contact Mr
Maximilian Walde (walde_maximilian@wiso.uni-koeln.de).

Research assistant (f/m/x) (WHB)

Faculty of Management, Economics and Social Sciences

Chair of Energy Economics and Assistant Professorship of Energy Market Design