Paid Research Positions on Digital Platforms for Ambitious Ph.D. Candidates
Inseriert am: 20.05.2019
«A place where knowledge is created» - As one of Europe's leading universities of economics and business administration, the University of St.Gallen (HSG), Switzerland, is committed to the education of over 8500 students and is one of the largest employers in the region, providing around 3100 employees with an attractive and innovative environment for research.The Institute of Information Management at the University of St.Gallen is hiring research associates for the Chair of the 2018 Best Information Systems Paper Award winner, Prof. Dr. Robert Winter. The positions are combined with Ph.D. studies at a top European business school (#4 in Financial Times ranking). The Ph.D. candidates will join a research project on the promising topic of digital platforms and ecosystems, funded by the Swiss National Science Foundation (SNSF).Paid Research Positions on Digital Platforms for Ambitious Ph.D. Candidates(70%) About the Position
As a research associate, you will be mainly conducting research on digital platforms and ecosystems, contributing to both the SNSF project and your own doctoral thesis. Supporting the professors in teaching activities will be a side activity. The position is offered for 3.5 years (70%) during which we ensure a well-structured process, regular feedback sessions, and constant support. You will work in a performance-driven, cooperative, and friendly environment with fellow Ph.D. students and side by side with highly experienced post-doctoral researchers. Our Ph.D. alumni have been considerably successful in consulting, management, and academic careers. Requirements
Applicants must meet the admission criteria for the Ph.D. Programme in Management (PMA) at the University of St.Gallen
Interest in (or experience with) information systems, digital transformation, management / organization sciences, and research methods (e.g. case studies, computer simulation, design science research) is expected
Working language is English. Academic writing and German language skills are considered as asset
About Us
A top-ranked, prestigious University
Attractive working conditions (e.g. competitive salary, flexible in time and location, powerful industry network for both networking and data collection purposes)
More than 1000 doctoral students at 41 institutes and research Centers
Active campus life with valuable networks, many student associations, sports facilities, and attractive leisure options in the region of Lake Constance and the Swiss Alps right next door
For more information about working conditions, a regular workday, or the team, contact your potential fellow Ph.D. candidate Raphael Schilling (raphael.schilling@unisg.ch) or a senior team member Prof. Dr. Kazem Haki (kazem.haki@unisg.ch). For more information, please visit our website. Send your full application documents (motivation letter, CV, and certificates) to Prof. Dr.Robert Winter (robert.winter@unisg.ch).University of St.Gallen | Institute of Information Management |
