Department of Business Administration
Postdoc
60-100 %
The Faculty of Business, Economics and Information Technology at the University of
Zurich is a leading faculty in Switzerland and among the best in Europe. Its research
performance achieves a high level of international recognition, and it attracts scholars
and students from all over the world.
The Chair of International Management is part of the Department of Business
Administration (Institut für Betriebswirtschaftslehre) within the Faculty of Business,
Economics and Information Technology. The focus of the chair is on strategic
management of multinational enterprises, in particular the challenges that
multinational enterprises face related to transformation, renewal and long term
performance. Research at the chair draws upon current theoretical perspectives from
strategic management and organization theory (e.g. behavioral theory of the firm,
organizational learning theory, and cognitive theory) and employs qualitative,
quantitative, and simulation methods. Research projects typically combine a strong
emphasis on theoretical and empirical rigor with practical relevance. The chair
provides a highly research oriented environment focused on creating the platform for
an international academic career for its members. For more information go to our Website.
Your responsibilities
A doctoral degree in Business Administration or neighboring fields such as
Applied Economics, Industrial Engineering and Management, or in other
business relevant fields.
Your profile
Given the strong research orientation of the chair candidates need to have:
- Excellent knowledge in quantitative, qualitative, or simulation methods.
- Excellent command of English (oral and written).
- Applicants should show a strong potential to publish research results in international top journals demonstrated, for instance, by published paper, under review or accepted at conferences and have developed a research program of international stature.
What we offer
We offer varied and interesting work in an inspiring and socially relevant environment.
Start of employment
Please send your application in English as a single PDF File:
- Motivation letter (max 1 page)
- CV (including publications and 1-3 reference contacts who can be contacted)
- Transcripts of degrees
- One-page summary of your dissertation
- a short 2-3 page essay on your research agenda for the coming years
- up to three papers you consider your strongest work (e.g. published papers, thesis chapters, or a working papers)
The earliest possible start date is September 1, 2019 with a later start date possible
upon agreement. The position is initially for three years with the possibility to extend
for an additional three years upon positive evaluation (3+3 years).
Applications will be reviewed as they are received and until the position is filled.
Please apply via our job portal http://www.jobs.uzh.ch.