Doctoral Student in Energy Finance

Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz Universität Hannover; City of London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A European University in the UK is seeking a Doctoral Student in Energy Finance. The role involves conducting research on electricity price modeling and gaining international experience. Ideal candidates should have a master's degree in a related field and excellent skills in econometrics and programming. Competitive salary and 36-month funding are available, with applications due by 31 January 2026.

Benefits

Extensive sports program

Fitness center with sauna

Childcare services

Qualifications

• Excellent academic performance is required.
• Knowledge of German is helpful but not necessary.
• Candidates must not have resided in Germany for more than 12 months in the last 36 months.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research in electricity price modeling and electricity derivatives.
• Participate in the ENERPOL international doctoral training program.
• Gain experience with teaching or dissemination related to PhD project.

Skills

Econometrics

Programming

English proficiency

Education

Master's degree in finance, economics, applied mathematics or related

Job description

Nestled in a modern city surrounded by nature and with an exceptional standard of living, Leibniz University Hannover offers excellent working conditions in a vibrant scientific community.

The Institute of Finance and Commodity Markets (Prof. Dr. Marcel Prokopczuk) invites applications for the following position: Doctoral Student in Energy Finance (salary scale 13 TV-L, 100 %)

Within the European Union’s Horizon Europe research and innovation programme under the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Action (MSCA), we offer a position for a doctoral student starting 1 October 2026 or as soon as possible hereafter. The position is funded for 36 months by the ENERPOL MSCA Doctoral Network.

ENERPOL is a European research and training network exploring the role of households in the green energy transition. It addresses challenges such as volatile energy prices, inequality, and household risk exposure, while developing policy-relevant insights for fair and efficient energy systems. A consortium of leading universities and non‑academic partners will train 14 doctoral candidates in cutting‑edge methods, theory, and transferable skills. More information may be found on the ENERPOL home page: https://cordis.europa.eu/project/id/101226229

The position provides salary according to TV‑L 13, which is currently a monthly gross salary of € 4,629, in accordance with EU guidelines for Marie Sklodowska Curie trainees, including mobility payments and adjusted for family or special needs allowances.

Your role

• Conducting research in the area of electricity price modelling and electricity derivatives
• Participating in the international doctoral training programme of ENERPOL including several international summer schools and conferences
• Participating in active research environments including a 4-month academic research stay at KU Leuven, Belgium, and a practical secondment at RWE Trading in London, UK
• Obtaining experience with teaching or other types of dissemination related to your PhD project
• Writing a PhD thesis on the grounds of your project

Who are we looking for?

The successful candidate must hold a university degree (master or equivalent) in finance, economics, applied mathematics or related. Excellent academic performance as well as excellent skills in econometrics and programming are required. Proficiency in English in speaking and writing is essential (knowledge of German is helpful but not necessary).

Candidates must not have resided or carried out their main activity (work/study) in the country of the host institution, i.e. Germany, for more than 12 months within the 36 months immediately prior to recruitment and must not hold a doctoral degree.

Equal opportunities and diversity are core values at Leibniz University Hannover. Our goal is to tap into individual potential and open up possibilities. We therefore welcome applications from anyone interested in the position, irrespective of gender, nationality, ethnic origin, religion or ideology, disability, age, sexual orientation and identity.

We strive towards a balanced and diverse workforce and a reduction in under‑representation in accordance with the Lower Saxony Equal Rights Act (Niedersächsisches Gleichberechtigungsgesetz – NGG). We therefore also welcome applications from women for the above‑mentioned position. Preference will be given to equally‑qualified candidates with disabilities.

With more than 5.000 employees, Leibniz University Hannover is one of the largest and most attractive employers in the Hannover region. We offer a vibrant interdisciplinary and international working environment, and promote personal and professional development ranging from subject‑related skills to leadership and languages.

We support employees with balancing work and family life, through services such as back‑up childcare, childcare during school holidays, and parent‑child offices, as well as providing individual advice regarding family responsibilities and caring for dependants. Remote work (mobile work, work from home) can therefore be arranged upon request.

To promote health and well‑being among employees, we offer an extensive sports programme with over 100 different sports, as well as a fitness centre with a sauna and climbing space. Health management measures, such as courses on stress management, good nutrition and relaxation, aim to ensure a healthy workplace.

Please submit your application and supporting documents (CV, detailed qualifications, transcripts, statement of intent, at least one letter of recommendation, detailed statement on country of residence over the last 36 months) as one pdf file by 31 January 2026 electronically to