W3 Professorship for "Economics of international agri-food chains and trade"

Martin-Luther-Universität Halle-Wittenberg

06108 Halle (Saale)

Bewerbungsfrist: 2026-11-27

Overview

The Leibniz Institute of Agricultural Development in Transition Economies (IAMO) and Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg invite applications for the jointly appointed W3 Professorship for "Economics of international agri-food chains and trade".
Position combined with Head of the Department of Agricultural Markets and member of the IAMO Board of Directors.
Appointment to be made as of 1 April 2028.

Lead research on the transformation of agri-food systems in formerly centrally planned economies from an agricultural, development, or other applied economics perspective.
Emphasize interdependencies between transition economies and global markets
Develop and apply theories and methods related to market/supply chain structures and price formation; international trade/geopolitics; food safety/food security; consumer economics.
Demonstrate a strong track record in modern quantitative methods (econometrics, structural modelling, partial/general equilibrium models, data science, or choice experiments).
Foster early-career researchers; lead research groups; develop programmes; secure national/international funding.
Teach two semester hours per week in the MSc Agricultural Sciences programme; teach in English.
Engage in interdisciplinary collaboration within the university and with non-university research institutes; support project acquisition and management.

Outstanding record of research in transformation of agri-food systems in transition economies from an economics perspective.
Expertise in at least one of: market/supply chain structures and price formation; international trade/geopolitics; food safety/food security; consumer economics.
Strong background in modern quantitative methods (econometrics, structural modelling, partial/general equilibrium, data science, etc.).
Experience in transdisciplinary research; ability to build bridges between academia, business, and society; commitment to mentoring early-career researchers; leadership experience and funding success.
Willingness and ability to teach in English; cooperative, team-oriented working style; strong communication skills.
Fulfilling appointment requirements per Saxony-Anhalt Higher Education Act; habilitation or equivalent achievements; teaching qualifications.

Stimulating, regionally specialised research environment with a broad network across IAMO study regions.
Opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration within the university and with non-university institutes.
Favourable administrative conditions for project acquisition, management, and leadership development.
Family-friendly institutions; commitment to diversity and work-family reconciliation; inclusive environment.

Teaching load: two semester hours per week at the Faculty of Natural Sciences III, within the MSc Agricultural Sciences and related programmes.
Willingness and ability to teach in English.
Appointment to commence 1 April 2028; Saxony-Anhalt Higher Education Act compliance.

Applications via the electronic Appointment Portal of Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg: https://berufungsportal.uni-halle.de/ before 27.11.2026.
Documents: cover letter, comprehensive CV (including academic career history), certificates and transcripts, list of publications, documentation of teaching experience (with evaluations), evidence of third-party funding; optional roles/activities, invited lectures, professional development, additional qualifications.
Vision for future research projects (2–3 pages) and teaching concept (2 pages).

Subject-related information: Prof. Dr. Thomas Herzfeld (phone: +49 345 2928100, e-mail: herzfeld@iamo.de).
Appointment-portal questions: Dean of the Faculty of Natural Sciences III and Chair of the Appointments Committee, Prof. Dr. Matthias Müller-Hannemann (email: dekanat@natfak3.uni-halle.de).

Budgetary restrictions may apply; the University cannot reimburse costs associated with the application.