The ZEW – Leibniz Centre for European Economic Research in Mannheim, Germany, is one of the leading economic research institutes in Europe. The ZEW is a non-profit organization and works in the field of frontier empirical economic research and high-level policy advice. It is integrated into an extensive national and international network of universities and research institutes. The ZEW is looking to fill the following position in the Research Unit "Health Care Markets and Health Policy"

Doctoral Researcher (f/m/d, 75%)

We seek to hire an applied economist specializing in empirical research in the field of health economics. Applicants should demonstrate research interests aligned with the unit’s focus on the digital transformation of health care with respect to market structures, reimbursement and the economics of health care data.

Your Role
• Conduct high-impact research, aimed at peer reviewed economics journals
• Translate research insights into policy-relevant contexts
• Participate in interdisciplinary and international exchange

Your Profile
• An excellent Master degree in Economics or related fields
• Creativity, initiative, and a passion for discovery
• Strong analytical and research skills (e.g., working with R or Python)

What We Can Offer You
• Funded doctoral position according to TV-L guidelines (75%) at ZEW
• Opportunities for international mobility, networking, and career development
• PhD support: We provide structured support on your path toward a doctorate. ZEW’s vast international network of partner institutions and policy projects offers many exciting opportunities for future career development inside and outside of academia

**IF INTERESTED,**please submit your cover letter, CV, and one writing sample (e.g. your Master Thesis) by 11 November 2026 via the online application form on our website. Please feel free to contact Miriam Charles from HR if you have any questions about the application process. For questions related to the position itself, please contact the head of the research group Simon Reif.

14.10.2026

Keyword
PhD_10_26

Department

Application end
11.11.2026

Contact
Miriam Charles

ZEW – Leibniz-Centre for European Research
L7, 1 · 68161 Mannheim · Germany

The ZEW – Leibniz Centre for European Economic Research has been awarded the official title "TOTAL E-QUALITY" in 2021, recognizing it as an employer particularly committed to promoting equal career opportunities for women and men. Our institute actively supports and includes all employees. We welcome applications regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic or social background, religion, disability, age, or sexual orientation and identity.