0Research Assistant – Electricity Markets and Subsidy Design (m/f/d)
Fraunhofer-Institut für System- und Innovationsforschung ISI | Germany | 76xxx Karlsruhe | Full time / Home office | Published since: 03.06.2026 on stepstone.de

Research Assistant – Electricity Markets and Subsidy Design (m/f/d)

Branch: Humanities Branch: Humanities


The Fraunhofer Society is one of the world's leading organisations for application-oriented research. 75 institutes develop groundbreaking technologies for our economy and society – more precisely: 32 000 people from technology, science, administration and IT. You know, who comes to Fraunhofer wants and can change something. For yourself, for us and the markets of today and tomorrow. Fraunhofer ISI in Karlsruhe is a world-renowned centre of excellence for innovation research. Through the different focal points of our nine departments at the locations Karlsruhe and Leipzig, we are working on key questions of innovation dynamics and system transformation in an interdisciplinary manner and from a holistic perspective. The institute offers unique possibilities for the application and development of new approaches in innovation research. It has a close connection to numerous universities and research institutions in Germany and abroad. Through our leading position in theory and evidence-based consulting, our employees have unique access to national and international stakeholders in politics and business. In the Department of Energy Policy and Energy Systems, we examine and evaluate the political and institutional framework for the development of a sustainable energy system. Using a wide range of methods, including our highly differentiated quantitative energy system models, we make a constructive contribution to the holistic design and acceleration of the energy transition in Germany, in Europe and in selected countries and regions worldwide. In the field of renewable energies, we mainly process research and consulting projects for German ministries and the EU Commission. Topics include the design of funding instruments and energy markets, the financing of the energy transition and the design of the European target framework for renewable energy. The office is located in the "Renewable Energy" division of the "Energy Policy and Energy Markets" division at the Karlsruhe site and is to be occupied at the next possible time. .

Your tasks • Your profile • What we offer

As part of the Dok program, you will receive your doctorate at Fraunhofer ISI, which is based on a four-year contract. The preparation of the dissertation takes place at the interface of project work and independent scientific work with a strong focus on current issues in applied research. You work mainly on topics related to European and German energy policy and take an interdisciplinary perspective that combines technology, business and politics. Their main areas of work are the interface between analyses of energy markets and the design of policy instruments, including the European electricity market and the design of funding instruments such as auction-based differential agreements. Their work combines quantitative and qualitative analyses, economic understanding and technical knowledge on regulatory frameworks and policy objectives to support policy in achieving climate protection targets. You are involved in the processing of interdisciplinary research projects and work in different project teams. In the projects you are increasingly taking responsibility and continue to develop in project management.

Graduate or Master's degree in the field of economics, economic engineering, natural sciences or another relevant subject Interest in developing your scientific qualification through a doctoral degree and potential for further scientific profile formation Motivation for action in applied research to succeed in the energy transition and to achieve climate protection objectives Knowledge of energy, political and/or technical issues in the field of energy system analysis Experiences with quantitative and possibly also qualitative methods during study, modeling and programming are advantageous Quick conception and incorporation into new topics as well as interest in the design of and cooperation in application-oriented research projects Teamability, a high degree of autonomy and cooperation willingness and interest in in interdisciplinary work Good expressability in German and English as well as the ability to present work results in a convincing manner in writing and orally Further language skills and experience in project acquisition and/or project management are advantageous

ISI Dok Programme: The programme is very closely linked to the research topics and projects of the department and consists of an orientation and subsequent dissertation phase. Support and support: From the outset, our doctoral students receive support in the form of an internal mentoring as well as a variety of training opportunities. Through regular colloquia, an intensive exchange takes place among the doctoral students: women with experienced scientists: women and managers. Direct care ensures a focused processing of the doctoral topic. Working in the team: With us you work independently in motivated teams and take responsibility. Our flat leadership hierarchy supports the independent work of our employees. Infrastructure: Our jobs are equipped with the latest functional technology. Personnel development: We support your career development and individual development through extensive and targeted training and career programs. Compatibility of family and profession: A balanced work-life balance is important for employees. At Fraunhofer ISI there are flexible working hours and the possibility of teleworking. We support you through collaborations with institute-related children's daycare facilities as well as offers in the field of child care and homecare/Eldercare. Health: With numerous sports and health services, we care about the well-being of people who work with and with us. Equal opportunities and diversity: Different experiences are the driving force for creative ideas and concepts and thus for innovations. Diversity is therefore an enrichment for work at Fraunhofer. Our teams are as balanced as possible – from different genders, ages, cultures and disciplines. .

Location

ava Fraunhofer-Institut für System- und Innovationsforschung ISI
76139  Karlsruhe
Germany

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