Research Associate – Economic Psychology and Leadership

HHL Leipzig Graduate School of Management

Research Associate at HHL Leipzig Graduate School focusing on economic psychology and leadership. Engaging in research projects while supporting teaching and supervising students' theses.

Posted 4/21/2026part-timeLeipzig • 🇩🇪 GermanySeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Work on the chair’s research projects
A (cumulative) doctoral dissertation is an integral part of the projects
Support various teaching activities
Supervise students on master’s and applied/practical theses

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master’s degree with a focus in psychology, business/economics, or social sciences completed or near completion
Solid methodological training (qualitative or quantitative)
Team player with a positive attitude
Enthusiasm for academic research
Initiative and commitment, with a conscientious working style
Excellent German and English skills, written and spoken (business fluent)

Benefits

Comp & perks

The ideal combination of research and practice to develop and implement your own ideas
An inspiring and creative work environment within committed and professional teams
A large network of well-known national and international partners
Support for your doctoral project and participation in HHL’s doctoral program
30 days of annual leave plus days off on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve
Subsidy for the Deutschlandticket as a job ticket
Flexible working hours and the option for remote work
A workplace on a vibrant campus in a green, centrally located setting

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Hard Skills & Tools

methodological trainingqualitative researchquantitative research

Soft Skills

team playerpositive attitudeenthusiasm for academic researchinitiativecommitmentconscientious working styleexcellent communication skills

Certifications

Master’s degree