Creating knowledge. Making a difference. Shaping the future. This is what the University of Münster stands for as one of the strongest research-oriented universities in Germany and one of the largest employers in the region. Every day, over 7,000 employees devote themselves to cutting-edge research and excellent teaching. We share more than a workplace. We share the desire to make a real impact – regionally and internationally. Our day-to-day work is distinguished by diversity, openness and space to pursue one’s ideas. Become a part of our team – in academia, a technical or manual trade, or administration.

The Institute of Management Accounting & Control at the University of Münster, Germany, is seeking to fill the position of a

Doctoral Research Associate (salary level TV-L E 13)

**at the earliest possible date. Our preference is for the candidate to start as soon as possible, however, the entry date can be arranged in accordance with the candidate’s preferences. The initial contract is for three years, part time (75% FTE), but may be extended. Candidates are welcome to apply early, which may even be several months prior to their graduation. Full-time employees are required to teach 4 hours per week during the semester.

Are you interested in pursuing a doctorate and conducting empirical research on how companies effectively implement strategy, manage transformations, support decision-making, and measure performance? Then we look forward to your application. Possible research areas include, for example:

• Strategy implementation and performance management
• Planning, forecasting, and data-driven decision support
• Target setting, performance evaluation, and compensation systems
• Sustainability as part of management control and incentive systems
• Restructuring and transformation

You will receive active support in developing your own research ideas and shaping your doctoral project.

What we offer

• Close supervision and regular academic exchange
• A motivated, internationally oriented team
• Participation in international conferences, workshops, and research events
• Access to extensive databases, strong research networks, and industry contacts
• A structured doctoral program with an empirical focus and clear practical relevance
• An environment that combines academic excellence with relevant questions from corporate practice**

Your tasks:

Alongside your doctoral project, you will support teaching and continuing education in our Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Executive MBA programs. Depending on your profile and our needs, this includes contributing to courses, supervising students, and supporting research, transfer, and practice projects.

Our expectations:

You have completed, or will soon complete, an excellent university degree in business administration, economics, or a related field. Ideally, you have focused your studies on management accounting, accounting, strategy, organization, or empirical data analysis.

You are eager to contribute to empirical research at an international level, enjoy working in English, and bring teamwork, curiosity, and initiative. Knowledge of statistical data analysis, empirical research, or econometrics is an advantage. Initial practical experience – for example in management accounting, consulting, corporate Institute of Management Accounting & Control development, strategy, transformation, or auditing – is a plus.

Advantages for you:

• Appreciation, commitment, openness and respect – values which are important to us.
• Our broad range of diverse work-time models offers great flexibility – also when working from home.
• If you have family members or young children in your care, our offers concrete support to help you balance your private and professional responsibilities.
• As an educational institution, we are deeply committed to offering opportunities tailored to your individual needs.
• From A – Z, Aikido to Zumba, our ensure a healthy work-life balance.
• As a university employee, you are entitled to numerous benefits afforded to public servants, e.g. an attractive company pension scheme (), an and a position that is shielded from economic fluctuations.

For more information, please visit our homepage:

The University of Münster strongly supports . 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.

We actively encourage applications by women. Women with equivalent qualifications and academic achievements will be preferentially considered unless these are outweighed by reasons which necessitate the selection of another candidate.

Kindly submit your documents (CV, supporting documents and a letter of motivation), as a single PDF file, via -muenster.de/con/application by 2026-07-31.

If you have any questions, please contact us via email at

We are looking forward to receiving your application!

Prof Martin Artz
Institute of Management Accounting & Control
University of Münster
Universitätsstraße 14-16, 48143 Münster, Germany

Reference number: 2026_06_01