We are looking for a highly motivated Ph.D. student. The research willfocus on the commercialization of science, specifically academicentrepreneurship and patenting behaviour of scientists. Experience inempirical analysis, theoretical modelling, and survey research isdesirable. Candidates will support a new research project”Commercialization of Science.”

Candidates for the position should have a Diploma/Master’s degree orequivalent in economics or business. It is advantageous if candidateshave experience in entrepreneurship or innovation research. The positionis initially limited to two years with the option of a third year.Successful candidates are expected to start as soon as possible. Weencourage people, regardless of nationality, to apply. Fluency inEnglish is required.

Salary follows the guidelines of the German TVöD-Bund. It is a 50% position.For more information, contact Dr. Pamela Mueller (pmueller@econ.mpg.de).Information about MPI of Economics: www.econ.mpg.de. >BR> To beconsidered, please send your application, including CV, a shortdescription of your research experience and motivation as well ascontact details for two references to:
Max-Planck Institute of Economics Department of Entrepreneurship, Growthand Public Policy Prof. Dr. David Audretsch Kahlaische Str. 10 07745 Jena

Website: http://www.econ.mpg.de

Deadline for Application: December 1, 2006