Research Associate (Postdoc) in Financial Economics § 28 Subsection 2 HmbHG
InstitutionFaculty of Business, Economics and Social Sciences, Department of Economics
Salary level
Start date01.09.2026 or as soon as possible, fixed for a period of three years (This is a fixed-term contract in accordance with Section 2 of the academic fixed-term labor contract act [Wissenschaftszeitvertragsgesetz, WissZeitVG]).The contract provides for a maximum extension of up to three years depending on the associate’s achievements during the first stage. Providing that a position is available and that requirements have been fulfilled, the associate may apply for temporary civil servant status in accordance with Section 28 subsection 2 HmbHG.
Application deadline31.05.2026
Scope of workfull-time position suitable for part-time
Your responsibilities
Duties include teaching and research in the respective department or institute. Research associates may also pursue independent research and further academic qualifications as well as acquire teaching experience. These duties are intended to promote academic achievement. Therefore, at least one-third of set working hours will be made available for the associate’s own academic work.
The research group works at the forefront of financial economics. Current research interests include, among others, the role of disagreement in asset pricing, the effects of climate risks on financial markets, and the application of machine learning methods in asset pricing.
The postdoctoral researcher will become part of a vibrant, internationally connected research team with a strong focus on high-quality academic work. The position offers an excellent environment for developing an independent research profile, with intensive support for the candidate’s postdoctoral project and close collaboration within the group and its international network. The teaching load is 5 hours per week.
Your profile
A university degree in a relevant field, plus doctorate.
1. a PhD in Finance, Economics, or a related field
2. strong expertise in financial economics and asset pricing
3. excellent quantitative skills
4. programming skills in relevant research software (Python/Matlab/R/…)
5. clear research potential and independence
6. strong teamwork and communication skills
7. good command of written and spoken English
8. a willingness to contribute to the teaching at the undergraduate and/or graduate level of the group
We offer
9. Reliable remuneration based on wage agreements
10. Continuing education opportunities
11. University pensions
12. Attractive location
13. Flexible working hours
14. Work-life balance opportunities
15. Health management, EGYM Wellpass
16. Educational leave
17. 30 days of vacation per annum
Universität Hamburg—University of Excellence is one of the strongest research educational institutions in Germany. Our work in research, teaching, educational and knowledge exchange activities is fostering the next generation of responsible global citizens ready to tackle the global challenges facing us. Our guiding principle “Innovating and Cooperating for a Sustainable Future in a digital age” drives collaboration with academic and nonacademic partner institutions in the Hamburg Metropolitan Region and around the world. We would like to invite you to be part of our community to work with us in creating sustainable and digital change for a dynamic and pluralist society.
The University of Hamburg is committed to equity. Diversity enriches our university life, whether in our studies, research, teaching, education, or workplace. We therefore welcome all applications, regardless of gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnic or social background, age, religion or belief, disability, or chronic illness.
The University of Hamburg strives to increase the number of women in academia, and encourages qualified female academics to apply.
Severely disabled and disabled applicants with the same status will receive preference over equally qualified non-disabled applicants.