The opportunity to pursue doctoral study at a renowned German university as part of a particularly strong research team with internationally recognised research activities at the highest scholarly level (see https://wiwi.uni-passau.de/en/public-economics/). Membership in the interdisciplinary Research Training Group 2720 Digital Platform Ecosystems (see https://dpe.uni-passau.de/en for details and activities) funded by the German Research Foundation (DFG). Your own research budget for conference visits and hiring student workers to assist with research. No formal teaching obligation but opportunities to participate in and contribute to the Chair's teaching portfolio. A tailored and structured doctoral programme; a fully funded research visit abroad, external course programme (summer schools, workshops); co-supervision by international scholars and much more. The research training programme is designed such that students are enabled to complete their doctoral degree within three years. You will participate regularly in international conferences, become integrated into an international research network and contribute to public discourse. Excellent infrastructure including IT equipment on one of the most beautiful university campuses in Germany.