Doctoral Research Associate (m/f/d) – Chair of Strategic and International Management, TUM, Germany

Doctoral Research Associate (m/f/d) – Chair of Strategic and International Management, TUM, Germany

The Chair of Strategic and International Management at the Technical University of Munich (TUM), headed by Univ.-Prof. Dr. Thomas Hutzschenreuter, invites applications for the position of Doctoral Research Associate (m/f/d). This opportunity is ideal for highly motivated candidates seeking to pursue doctoral research in strategic management, firm transformation, and global business contexts.

Organization Details

Organization: Technical University of Munich (TUM), Germany
Department: Chair of Strategic and International Management
Position: Doctoral Research Associate (m/f/d)
Category: Academic Staff
Announcement Date: 11 June 2026
Location: Munich, Germany

About the Research Group

The Chair's research focuses on understanding:

• Business strategies and transformations

• Firm success and strategic renewal

• Strategy and global contexts

• Strategy and technology

• Theory of the firm

The research group collaborates extensively with leading scholars and corporate partners worldwide. Research findings are regularly presented at international conferences and translated into business practice. Former doctoral candidates have gone on to become executives in multinational corporations, strategy consultancies, private equity firms, and leading business schools.

About the Doctoral Project

The selected candidate will:

• Work on a structured doctoral research project leading to co-authored publications.

• Follow a clearly defined research plan with semester-wise milestones.

• Receive training in academic research methodologies through the TUM Graduate Center.

• Access content-specific postgraduate courses and professional development opportunities.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants should possess:

• An outstanding degree in:

  • Business Administration

  • Industrial Engineering

  • Business Informatics

  • Economics

  • Informatics

  • Natural Sciences or Engineering disciplines

• Relevant internships or professional experience.

• Strong analytical and language skills.

• Team spirit and passion for scientific research.

• Excellent proficiency in both German and English.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of strategic management, finance, accounting, and programming.

• Practical experience in a relevant field.

What TUM Offers

• A structured doctoral programme designed to enable completion within approximately three years.

• Opportunity to pursue an internal doctorate as a TUM employee with remuneration at the TV-L E13 salary level or an external doctorate, subject to TUM guidelines.

• Access to world-class research infrastructure and academic mentoring.

• Opportunities to collaborate with international scholars and industry partners.

• An inclusive and diverse academic environment that actively encourages applications from women and candidates from underrepresented backgrounds.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should visit the official recruitment page of the Chair of Strategic and International Management at the Technical University of Munich and submit their application as per the prescribed guidelines.

Official Website: https://www.msl.mgt.tum.de/simanagement/