Doctoral/Ph.D. Student in Economics (m/f/d) (TV-L E13, 75%)

25.03.2026, Wissenschaftliches Personal

The Professorship of Environmental Economics at the Technical University of Munich (TUM), Campus Weihenstephan, invites applications for a PhD position in Economics. The position is expected to start at the earliest convenience, but no later than September 2026. We are looking for a highly motivated candidate interested in conducting field experiments (RCTs) and survey experiments on sustainability and environmental economics.

Technische Universität München TUM School of Management TUM School of Life Sciences Professorship for Environmental Economics Prof. Dr. Sebastian Tonke Doctoral/Ph.D. Student in Economics (m/f/d) (TV-L E13, 75%) The Professorship of Environmental Economics at the Technical University of Munich (TUM), Campus Weihenstephan, invites applications for a PhD position in Economics. The position is expected to start at the earliest convenience, but no later than September 2026. The appointment is initially for 36 months, with the possibility of extension. We are looking for a highly motivated candidate interested in conducting field experiments (RCTs) and survey experiments on sustainability and environmental economics.

About Us

The Technical University of Munich (TUM) is one of Europe`s leading research universities and a longstanding member of Germany`s Excellence Initiative. With its strong interdisciplinary research environment and close collaboration with industry and policy institutions, TUM provides an outstanding setting for academic research. The TUM School of Management consistently ranks among the leading business schools in Europe.

What We Offer
• An excellent research environment at one of Europe`s leading universities
• Salary according to the German public sector pay scale (TV-L E13, 75%)
• Opportunities to conduct independent and collaborative research projects
• Funding for research activities, conference participation, and doctoral training
• Close academic supervision, mentoring, and regular feedback
• Integration into the doctoral program of the TUM School of Management (https://www.mgt.tum.de/de/faculty-research/doctoral-program)

Requirements
• Master's degree in economics or a related discipline with very good results
• Solid knowledge of experimental or other empirical methods
• Experience in data analysis using statistical programs such as R or Stata
• Fluency in spoken and written English
• Enthusiasm for research and teaching

Application
Please submit your application documents in a single PDF file (including a one-page cover letter outlining your experience and research interests, a CV, and academic transcripts) to sebastian.tonke@tum.de with the subject line "PHD2026EE". In addition, one letter of recommendation should be sent directly by the letter writer to the same email address. The positions will remain open until filled, with applications reviewed on a rolling basis until 17 April 2026. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Equal Opportunity
As part of the Excellence Initiative of the German federal and state governments, TUM has been pursuing the strategic goal of substantially increasing the diversity of its staff. As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, TUM explicitly encourages nominations of and applications from women as well as from all others who would bring additional diversity dimensions to the university’s research and teaching strategies. Preference will be given to candidates with disabilities with essentially the same qualifications.

Prof. Dr. Sebastian Tonke, TUM School of Management & School of Life Sciences, Professorship for Environmental Economics, Alte Akademie 16, 85354 Freising, Germany

Kontakt: sebastian.tonke@tum.de