Research assistant (WHB) bei Universität zu Köln

Faculty of Management, Economics and Social Sciences
Research assistant (f/m/x) (WHB)
Chair of Energy Economics and Assistant Professorship of Energy Market Design

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 professorship of energy market design, we are investigating a broad range of energy markets, carriers, and infrastructures, their decarbonization, digitalization, and decentralization, 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 publications 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 administration, 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 opportunities and diversity. Women are especially encouraged to apply and will be considered preferentially in accordance with the Equal Opportunities Act of North Rhine-Westphalia (Landesgleichstellungsgesetz – LGG NRW). We also expressly welcome applications from people with disabilities / 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 deadline is 12.06.2024. For further inquiries, please contact Mr Maximilian Walde ( walde_maximilian@wiso.uni-koeln.de ).