Location

Essen

Application area

Faculty of Business Administration and Economics in the field Data Science in Energy and Environment

three Scientific Researchers (f/m/d, No. 146-26)
EG 13 TV-L

Start of employment

as soon as possible

Duration of employment

3 years

Working time

29 h 52 min (75%)

Your main tasks

• You will conduct research in projects on data science methods for energy systems and markets.
• You will also be involved in teaching and administrative tasks

Your profile

• An above-average university degree (standard period of study at least 8 semesters) in the field of statistics/data science, (economic/business/engineering) mathematics, (economic/business) computer science, (economic/business) engineering, (quantitative) economics/business, econometrics or similar.
• You are interested in energy or environmental related issues, interdisciplinary work and the development of data-based models and methods
• In addition, you have a strong background in probability, statistics, econometrics or data science, as well as knowledge of Python, R or C++.
• Some experience in analyzing problems in the energy systems and markets or environmental applications is also desirable.
• You are fluent in English, and willing to learn German.

Within the scope of the activity, opportunities for further scientific qualification (esp. getting a PhD) are offered.

We offer you

• Individual supervision of your scientific work at the highest level, which will enable you to publish in international first-class journals
• A friendly working atmosphere in an innovative, international and digital-savvy team
• Integration into the regional (e.g. TRR391) and international research community, especially through regular participation in seminars, workshops and conferences
• Being involved in public funded research projects (esp. DFG and Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy) as well as industry projects
• Family friendliness through childcare facilities for your children
• Advice on family care responsibilities
• A wide range of further education and training opportunities, individual induction training
• Very good public transport connections and free parking spaces
• Attractive sports and health facilities (university sports)
• The possibility of working from home

Application deadline

2026-04-29

Code number

146-26

Application

Please submit your application with the usual documents (esp. motivation letter/statement, CV, Transcript of Records) quoting reference 146-26 to Prof. Dr. Ziel, Universität Duisburg- Essen, Faculty of Business Administration and Economics, 45117 Essen, Phone  +49 201 18-37608 , E-Mail  ApplicationDSEE@wiwi.uni-due.de

Information about the job

Information about the faculty can be found at:

https://www.wiwi.uni-due.de/en/faculty-profile/

Open minded

We are a young, innovative university located in the heart of the Ruhr metropolis. We pride ourselves in outstanding research and teaching, think in terms of opportunities rather than limitations and develop ideas with a view to the future. Diversity is an integral part of our culture as we promote potential and are committed to upholding genuine equity in education.

Learn more

University of Duisburg-Essen pursues the goal of promoting the diversity of its members.
www.uni-due.de/diversity/en

In accordance with the State Equal Opportunities Act, women with the same qualifications are given preferential consideration.

Applications from suitable disabled persons and persons of equal status within the meaning of § 2 para. 3 SGB IX are desired.

By applying for one of the advertised positions, you expressly agree to the requirements in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation and to being contacted by mail. Further information on data protection can be found here.

Back