Research Assistant (m/f/d) Dr. Werner Jackstädt Endowed Chair for Management Control & Accounting (8

The Dr. Werner Jackstädt Endowed Chair in Management Control & Accounting is located in the Department of Management and Entrepreneurship within the Faculty of Economics and Social Sciences.

As a research assistant, you will support the chairholder in teaching, research, and academic self-governance. You will play an active role in further developing the chair’s profile and will have the opportunity to pursue your own research interests. The research focuses on performance measurement and incentive design in companies, as well as the effects of AI-supported information and decision-support systems. Both theoretical and, in particular, experimental research methods are used.

We are seeking for a Research Assistant (m/f/d) starting at October 1, 2026, part-time or full-time (32-40 hours per week). The position is limited to a fixed term of 3 years.

• A university degree in economics (Master’s or equivalent) completed with excellent grades, ideally with a focus on controlling or accounting
• Interest in academic research and pursuing a Ph.D. in the field of Controlling
• Solid subject knowledge and the ability to conduct independent academic research
• A structured approach to work, dedication, the ability to work well in a team, and strong organizational skills
• A passion for teaching, as well as excellent written and spoken German and English skills

Please apply by July 24, 2026, exclusively online, including the standard application documents - cover letter, resume, and transcripts - and your proposed start date.

We look forward to receiving your application.

If you have any questions, please contact Dr. Julia Ortner at [email protected].