Job Description

42,500 students, 7,750 employees in teaching, research and administration, all working together to shape perspectives for the future – that is the University of Münster. Embedded in the vibrant atmosphere of Münster with its high standard of living, the University’s diverse research profile and attractive study programmes draw students and researchers throughout Germany and from around the world.



The Chair of Digital Transformation at the School of Business & Economics at the University of Münster (Germany) is seeking to fill the position of a

Postdoctoral Research Associate (Akademische/r Rätin / Rat auf Zeit)

(m/f/d)

(salary level A 13)

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We are offering a full-time, fixed-term position for a period of 3 years, with the possibility to extend for another 3 years. Starting Date is 1st October 2025 (or next possible date).

Chair of Digital Transformation – who we are:

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Would you like to become part of a dynamic team and explore exciting research questions related to market-oriented management and customer behavior in the digital age?




Then join our team at the Chair of Digital Transformation.




Our goal is to develop a deeper understanding of the challenges and opportunities that shape companies and their customers in an increasingly digitalized world. We focus on how digital technologies are used and how they affect markets, consumers, and organizations. To answer these questions, we rely on innovative, empirical approaches and combine methods from marketing, strategy, organizational research, psychology, and finance.




We offer a supportive and inspiring environment for your research and personal development. Our team places great value on excellence, structured and individual support, and collaboration in an open and respectful setting. If your doctoral studies have furthered your interest in academic research, we will guide and support you in deepening and expanding that passion.




Our research is internationally recognized, including in leading rankings such as the American Marketing Association’s Author Research Productivity in Premier AMA Journals and the MKTBIG15. Thanks to our close ties with internationally renowned academic and industry partners, you will benefit directly from valuable synergies and, if interested, can apply your research in practice-oriented contexts. The high academic standards and international focus of our research are also reflected in Prof. Hohenberg’s role as Associate Editor of the internationally leading Journal of Marketing Research (VHB: A+ rated).




As part of the Marketing Center Münster and the Research Center for Business Transformation, we offer strong ties to the university, regular exchanges with other doctoral candidates, research groups, and industry partners, as well as access to excellent resources for your research. Additionally, we see ourselves as partners to decision-makers in business and politics, and we are committed to preparing students for the demands of a digitalized world and encouraging them to develop a forward-looking “digital mindset.”

Your tasks:

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Participation in the above-mentioned research fields, specifically independent conception, implementation, and analysis of empirical research work Writing international publications on A (+)-level and participating in academic conferences Supporting the advising of doctoral students Developing teaching material and teaching modules in our bachelor and master programs and supervising final BSc/MSc theses (4 SWS) Supporting the acquisition of third-party funding Administration and service

What we expect:

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A doctoral degree in marketing (or another closely related discipline) Enthusiasm for research questions at the intersection of digital transformation / innovation and market-oriented management / customer behavior A promising research agenda and the ability and ambition to publish in top-tier business journals (such as journals ranked in the FT50 or UT Dallas journal list) Advanced knowledge in empirical research and an excellent understanding of quantitative and/or qualitative research methods English language skills: Fluent; German language skills are advantageous, but not required Demonstrated teaching excellence Very strong communication and teamwork skills Very high level of engagement and independent working style Experience in applying for and obtaining external funding is an advantage

What you can expect:

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Excellent opportunities for further scientific qualification (e.g., habilitation) Strong research environment and excellent research infrastructure (e.g., support to attend international conferences, funding for data collection and experiments) Exciting research and company projects and challenging and diverse tasks International network Friendly and collegial work atmosphere in a dynamic team Competitive salary (salary level A 13) Flexible working hours

The University of Münster strongly supports equal opportunity and diversity. We welcome all applicants regardless of sex, nationality, ethnic or social background, religion or worldview, disability, age, sexual orientation or gender identity. We are committed to creating family-friendly working conditions.




The University of Münster is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to increasing the proportion of women academics. Consequently, we actively encourage applications by women. Female candidates with equivalent qualifications and academic achievements will be preferentially considered within the framework of the legal possibilities.

Interested in joining our team?

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We look forward to receiving your application by

23.07.2025

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Please submit your application electronically in one PDF file (in English or German) to hohenberg@uni-muenster.de.



Your application should include a cover letter, CV, short statement of your research interests, list of publications (if applicable), and all academic transcripts. If you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact Prof. Dr. Sebastian Hohenberg.

Prof. Dr. Sebastian Hohenberg

Chair of Digital Transformation


Research Center Business Transformation


School of Business & Economics


University of Münster


https://www.wiwi.uni-muenster.de/digit/