PhD / PostDoc Position at DISCU (Dynamic Incentives, Information, and Strategic Decisions under Uncertainty

PhD / PostDoc Position at DISCU (Dynamic Incentives, Information, and Strategic Decisions under Uncertainty)

Osnabrück University, Germany

Osnabrück University, Germany, invites applications for PhD and Postdoctoral positions within the DISCU (Dynamic Incentives, Information, and Strategic Decisions under Uncertainty) research group, led by Prof. Dr. Julia Müller. The positions offer an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge research at the intersection of decision sciences, formal modeling, and empirical analysis.

Organization: Osnabrück University, Germany
Research Group: DISCU – Dynamic Incentives, Information, and Strategic Decisions under Uncertainty
Positions: PhD Position / Postdoctoral Position
Principal Investigator: Prof. Dr. Julia Müller
Location: Osnabrück, Germany
Application Deadline: 28 June 2026

About DISCU

The DISCU research group investigates how individuals, organizations, and institutions make strategic decisions under uncertainty. The group combines rigorous theoretical approaches with empirical and quantitative methods to understand complex decision-making processes and incentive structures.

The research programme focuses on:

Dynamic Incentives
Information and Decision-Making
Strategic Decisions under Uncertainty
Formal Modeling
Empirical and Quantitative Validation

Research Areas

Selected candidates will have the opportunity to contribute to research in areas such as:

Decision Theory and Strategic Behaviour
Economics and Information Systems
Incentive Design and Mechanism Design
Uncertainty and Risk Analysis
Quantitative and Empirical Research Methods
Mathematical and Computational Modeling
Behavioural and Organizational Decision-Making

Position Responsibilities

Successful candidates will:

Conduct independent and collaborative research within the DISCU framework.
Develop formal theoretical models and empirical analyses.
Contribute to ongoing research projects and scholarly publications.
Participate in academic seminars, workshops, and conferences.
Collaborate with an interdisciplinary and internationally oriented research team.
Support knowledge dissemination and scientific communication activities.

Ideal Candidate Profile

Applications are encouraged from highly motivated candidates with backgrounds in disciplines such as:

Economics
Management
Information Systems
Mathematics
Statistics
Data Science
Operations Research
Related quantitative social science disciplines

Candidates should demonstrate:

Strong analytical and quantitative skills.
Interest in strategic decision-making and uncertainty.
Experience with formal modeling and/or empirical research methods.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a research environment.

Why Join Osnabrück University?

Osnabrück University offers:

Opportunity to pursue high-impact research in an internationally oriented academic environment.
Collaboration with leading researchers in strategic decision-making and quantitative methods.
Access to interdisciplinary research networks and academic resources.
Opportunities for publishing in leading academic journals and presenting research internationally.
A supportive and intellectually stimulating research community in Germany.

Important Date

Event	Date
Application Deadline	28 June 2026

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their applications through the official recruitment portal of Osnabrück University before the application deadline.

Organization: Osnabrück University, Germany
Research Group: DISCU – Dynamic Incentives, Information, and Strategic Decisions under Uncertainty
Positions: PhD Position / Postdoctoral Position
Research Lead: Prof. Dr. Julia Müller
Application Deadline: 28 June 2026

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity for aspiring researchers and postdoctoral scholars to work on dynamic incentives, information systems, strategic decision-making under uncertainty, and quantitative modeling while being part of an innovative and interdisciplinary research group at one of Germany's leading public universities.