Job Description
The University of Zurich is one of Europe’s most prestigious research universities. The Faculty of Business, Economics and Informatics is known for its strong international orientation, vibrant research culture, and close ties to practice.
We are looking for a highly motivated and research-oriented candidate to join our team. The position offers the opportunity to pursue a PhD at one of Europe’s leading research universities, located in the heart of Zurich.
Your responsibilities
- Conduct research with the aim of completing a cumulative PhD thesis
- Collaborate on ongoing research projects at the chair, partly in cooperation with corporate or public-sector partners
- Support teaching activities, including supervision of student theses, preparation of course materials, and assistance with innovative teaching formats
- Contribute to the administrative and organizational tasks of the chair
Your profile
- Excellent academic record with a Master’s degree in Business Administration, Management, Organizational Studies, Economics, or a related field
- General interest in areas such as innovation management, platform ecosystems, digital technologies and/or the transformation of mobility
- Some experience in empirical research (qualitative or quantitative methods)
- Independent, structured work style and a strong team spirit
- Excellent written and spoken English; knowledge of German is an asset
Information on your application
We Offer
- Opportunity to pursue a PhD at the Faculty of Business, Economics and Informatics of the University of Zurich, one of the top business schools in the German-speaking world
- A stimulating research environment with international visibility and high topical relevance
- Close academic supervision and integration into international research networks
- Funding for participation in international conferences and PhD courses, including those offered by the faculty’s Graduate School
- Competitive salary, flexible working conditions, and an attractive location in one of the world’s most liveable cities
Please send the following documents as a single PDF to tim@business.uzh.ch:
- a letter of motivation
- Curriculum vita
- Academic transcripts (including a record of coursework and grades
- A writing sample (e.g., term paper or Master’s thesis)
- contact details of two academic referees
Further inquiries can be directed to Prof. Dr. Anja Schulze, anja.schulze@uzh.ch.
Review of applications will begin on May 15th, 2025 and continue until the position is filled.
