The
Technical University of Munich (TUM) invites applications for the position of
Associate Professor
in »Resource Economics«
initially limited to five years, to begin in winter semester 2018/19. The position is a W3 position.
Scientific environment
The professorship belongs to the TUM School of Management and will be affiliated with the Center for Energy Markets. The TUM School of
Management offers a dynamic scientific environment for scholars to educate talented students and pursue relevant research at the intersection
of management, engineering and the natural and life sciences. In the fifteen years since being established, the TUM School of Management has
received a triple-crown accreditation (AMBA, AACSB, EQUIS) for its ongoing commitment to world-class research and teaching at the interface
between management and technology.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities include conducting research and teaching, as well as promoting early-career scientists. We would like to appoint an
expert in the research area of resource economics with a focus on energy resource evaluation, production modelling and the mathematical
modelling of underlying network and supply infrastructures. The teaching load includes courses in the university's bachelor and master programs.
Qualifications
We are looking for a candidate with advanced scientific experience proven by achievements in research at the highest international standards.
Prerequisites include a university degree and an outstanding doctoral degree or equivalent scientific qualification, as well as pedagogical
aptitude and international teaching experience, including the ability to teach in English. Substantial research experience abroad is expected.
Proven ability and experience in interdisciplinary research at the intersection of resource economics and economic geology are mandatory.
Special expertise in the economics of conventional and unconventional resource extraction and infrastructure usage is a plus. We also expect
publications in relevant international journals, with expertise in industrial production, especially exploration techniques, production
projections and supply infrastructure.
Our Offer
TUM provides excellent working conditions in a lively scientific community, embedded in the vibrant re-search environment of the Greater Munich
Area. The TUM Munich Dual Career Office (MDCO) provides tailored career consulting to the partners of newly appointed professors. MDCO gives
assistance for relocation and integration of new professors, their partners and accompanying family members.
Your Application
TUM is an equal opportunity employer. As such, we explicitly encourage applications from women. Applications from disabled persons with essentially the same qualifications will be given preference.
Application documents should be presented in accordance with TUM’s application guidelines for professors. These guidelines and detailed information about the TUM
Appointment and Career System are available at
http://www.tum.de/faculty-recruiting.
Please send your application no later than
June 15, 2018 to the
Dean of the TUM School of Management, Prof. Gunther Friedl,
email: dekanat@wi.tum.de