The University of Bahrain is in the process of offering a number of academic posts to suitable application at various levels (Professor/ Associate Professor/ Assistant Professor) for the 2022 year.
Openings are in the College of Business Administration
General Business
Finance
Taxation
Managerial Accounting
Accounting Analytics
Marketing Analytics
Business Analytics – Artificial Intelligence
Financial Technology
Real Estate and Property Management
Recruitment Conditions:
Applications must be holders of a Philosophy Degree (Ph.D.) from a recognized University.
Applicants should have worked at least 3 years in a recognized University and have experience in teaching and academic works in English for the post of Assistant Professors and 5 years’ experience for the post of Associate Professor & Professor.
Published scientific papers during the last 3 years in reputed journals indexed in Scopus or Web of Science (publications in non-indexed journals will not be considered).
Taught at undergraduate level, and preferably at a postgraduate level, courses in one of the following areas:
General Business
Finance
Taxation
Managerial Accounting
Accounting Analytics
Marketing Analytics
Business Analytics – Artificial Intelligence
Fintech
Real estate and property management
Applications Must Include:
Curriculum vitae (C.V.) with personal photo.
A photo copy of the applicants qualifications (Ph.D.- Master’s- Bachelor’s and transcripts).
Work experience certificates of the periods mentioned in the C.V.
Academic promotion letter for Professors and Associate Professors only.
Applications Should be uploaded through this portal.
Notes:
Please type your application neatly and clearly and describe your academic roles and duties.
Please keep your CV brief (maximum of three pages) consisting of your academic qualifications, professional experiences, research output, and other relevant sections.
Mention the required position on the first page.
Any application that does not meet the requirements will be rejected.
The University of Bahrain will reply to considered applicants only.
Up to two scholarships are available for International applicants applying for a PhD in the International Business Department within the Leeds University Business School.
As a world-leading unit for international business, we produce outstanding and impactful research. Drawing upon our research and scholarship, we provide students with an exceptional educational experience and the opportunity to develop skills and capabilities to compete in, and contribute, to international academics and the global economy. Our research and teaching add continuous and sustainable value to business and society.
Research Proposals
The International Business Department within Leeds University Business School is interested in receiving proposals in the following areas of research:
Theory of the multinational enterprise (MNE), foreign direct investment (FDI), internalisation/externalisation, orchestration, ‘born global’ firms, offshoring and outsourcing
Cross-border organisation, market and business ecosystem/cluster co-creation
International entrepreneurship, technological innovation and entrepreneurship, family business in different contexts
International HRM
Internationalisation to and from emerging and developing markets, service-sector internationalisation, internationalisation of SMEs, resource, capabilities and behavioural approaches to internationalisation, the MNE and FDI, inward and outward internationalisation linkages, geographical proximity and internationalisation
Multinationals and their networks of subsidiaries, parent-subsidiary relationships
Global value chains, multinationals and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
International joint ventures, strategic alliances, international M&As
Cross-cultural management, cross-cultural leadership, intercultural communication
Organizational behaviour in international contexts
Institutions and internationalisation, especially informal institutions, corruption in different institutional contexts, institutional efficiency and MNE strategy/performance, institutional change
Organisational ambidexterity
Innovation strategies by MNEs, the internationalisation-innovation relationship, MNE innovation strategy and performance (focus on patents and intangible assets), networks and innovation outcomes in IB
Resource-based view of the firm
Corporate sustainability, grand challenges, and MNE strategy
Digital business and internationalisation, especially with regard to global value chains
Headquarter-subsidiary relationships in emerging economies
Corporate governance, decision making, boards of directors
Catching-up and international technology transfer in high-tech industries
International scientific collaboration and researcher mobility
This competition is open to international applicants only. Up to two scholarships will be awarded.
Duration of the Award
Full-time (3 years). The award will be made for one year in the first instance and renewable for a further period of up to two years, subject to satisfactory academic progress;
Funding
The award will cover full fees at the University of Leeds standard rate of fees.
A maintenance grant at the standard UKRI rate (£15,609 in Session 2021/22).
Other Conditions
Applicants must not have already been awarded or be currently studying for a doctoral degree.
Awards must be taken up by 1 October 2022.
The awards are available for new Postgraduate Researchers undertaking full-time or part-time research study leading to the degree of PhD. Students who are already registered for PhD research study are excluded from applying.
Applicants must live within a reasonable distance of the University of Leeds whilst in receipt of this Scholarship.
Faculty Information
Information about Leeds University Business School (LUBS)
We are a leading, full-service business school, regularly world ranked by the Financial Times, QS and The Economist, and one of a small number of schools worldwide to be triple accredited by AACSB, AMBA and EQUIS. We deliver undergraduate, masters, MBA, PhD, executive and professional education and online study, to over 3000 students from around 100 countries.
We are a top ten business and management research institution, according to the 2014 Research Excellence Framework (REF). The School is one of the leading higher education institutions in the UK, ranked in the top 100 universities in the world (QS rankings 2020) and a member of the prestigious Russell Group of research-intensive UK universities.
LUBS is a single-school Faculty of the University of Leeds, with annual income of £74.5m and some 425 staff across six Departments. We deliver undergraduate, masters, MBA, PhD, executive and professional education and online study. Our mission is to make an exceptional impact on business and society globally through leadership in research and teaching.
How to Apply
Stage 1: First, apply for a research place of study by completing a study application form. You will be expected to meet our eligibility criteria for PhD candidates, including the English language requirements if your first language is not English. Once you have received your student ID number (a 9-digit number), move onto stage 2.
Stage 2: Apply for the Leeds University Business School International Business Department scholarship by working your way through the scholarship application form. You must submit your scholarship application by 12:00pm on Friday 1st April 2022.
As an international research-intensive university, we welcome students from all walks of life and from across the world. We foster an inclusive environment where all can flourish and prosper, and we are proud of our strong commitment to student education. Within the Leeds University Business School, we are dedicated to diversifying our community and we welcome the unique contributions that individuals can bring, and particularly encourage applications from, but not limited to Black, Asian, people who belong to a minority ethnic community, people who identify as LGBT+; and people with disabilities. Applicants will always be selected based on merit and ability.
Entry Requirements
Candidates should ideally have a first-class or at least a good upper second-class undergraduate degree. In addition they should also hold a British Masters degree (or equivalent degree from an overseas university) or an equivalent professional qualification with a minimum average score of 70% (or the equivalent at a non-UK institution) at Masters degree level, but exceptional candidates with 65% and above will also be considered, in an appropriate academic discipline.
English Language Requirements
The minimum English language entry requirement for research postgraduate study in the Leeds University Business School is an IELTS with 7.0 overall and at least 6.0 in each component (reading, writing, listening and speaking) or equivalent. The test must be dated within two years of the start date of the course in order to be valid.
Contact Details
For further information, please contact the Graduate School Office:
Salary: From £45,285 – £48,536 per annum, dependent on experience
Contract Type: Fixed Term
Duration: 36 months
The Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition (GAIN) is now recruiting for a dynamic and entrepreneurial Global Coordinator to join our London office and operationalise the Demand Generation Alliance (DGA). This is a fast-paced role with a variety of tasks and responsibilities across multiple management domains, and it will play a key leadership role in ensuring that the DGA operating model runs efficiently. This role is offered on a three-year fixed term contract and will involve occasional travel to GAIN offices as required.
About GAIN
The Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition (GAIN) is a Swiss-based foundation launched at the UN in 2002 to tackle the human suffering caused by malnutrition. Working with both governments and businesses, we aim to transform food systems so that they deliver more nutritious food for all people. In particular, we aim to make healthier food choices more desirable, more available, and more affordable. GAIN’s mission is to advance nutrition outcomes by improving consumption of nutritious and safe food for all people, especially the most vulnerable to malnutrition.
About the Role
The Demand Generation Alliance is a new initiative, incubated by GAIN, that recognizes that there is a critical space to address consumer demand. Demand cannot be created by one factor or one actor alone, so we see a need for multi-stakeholder, cross-sector collaborations to shape and respond to consumer demand and enable better choices for the future. Demand relies on consumers valuing and preferring nutritious and sustainable foods; it cannot just be legislated.
The Global Coordinator role is a fast-paced, entrepreneurial position with a variety of tasks and responsibilities across multiple management domains. The postholder will have the opportunity to set up and operationalise the DGA, with the support of Lead Group members, by June 2024. The Global Coordinator will play a key leadership role in achieving this outcome and in ensuring that the operating model runs efficiently.
Specific Responsibilities include:
Leading and managing Lead Group meetings and DGA Management meetings internally
Developing workplans that efficiently distribute tasks and resources adequately across the fiscal year
Managing procurement process/request for proposals, including supervision of work, workflow for review of deliverables by Sr. Programme Manager or Lead Group members, and payment processing
Ensuring that external service providers are hired in a timely manner to execute the operational strategy of the DGA
In collaboration with the Lead Group, coordinating the activities of interns or fellows
Ensuring that advisory reports and deliverables from service providers are shared with Lead Group members, in an easy-to-understand format and in timely fashion
Developing a database of potential funders
Ensuring that generated by the Communications Manger adheres to the communication strategy and plan
Ensuring all DGA communication channels are well managed, including regular posting of relevant content
Budgeting and forecasting
Coordinating meetings and engaging with potential funders
Ensuring that the communications plan is produced and well managed
About You
You should have experience in setting up an alliance, initiative or membership organisation, alongside experience in people management and budget administration. You should also have excellent organisational skills and be able to efficiently use management tools (e.g., GANTT charts/SPRINT process). Underpinning all of this should be great teamwork and leadership skills, as well as a clear and analytical mindset. Experience of working in a public/private partnership would be advantageous.
In addition to the above, candidates should be qualified to Bachelor’s degree level or equivalent in Management, or alternatively have an equivalent level of relevant work experience.
About Our Offer
The starting salary on offer for this role is from £45,285 – £48,536 per annum, dependent on experience.
The start date for this role, to be agreed with the successful applicant, will not commence until after the 1st January 2022.
GAIN has a fair and competitive salary structure that allows for annual progression subject to good performance. In addition, GAIN offers a total of 37 days holiday per year (including annual leave, public holidays and additional office closure days), an attractive pension scheme and competitive insurance cover including health, travel and life assurance.
We are committed to the health of our staff, especially in these challenging times, and have developed a programme of wellbeing that includes flexible working, additional leave allowances, wellbeing days, mindfulness coaching and access to independent and confidential counselling.
GAIN also has a strong commitment to professional development. We will support you to grow in your career through both formal and informal training and are committed to providing opportunities through internal recruitment, secondments and promotion. All of this is delivered in a supportive and collaborative environment.
For more detailed information please see the attached job description. To apply, click the “Apply Now” button.
This advert closes on 13th November 2021. Early applications are encouraged. GAIN reserves the right to close this advert early should we receive suitable candidates ahead of the closing date.
Applicants must have the existing right to live and work in the UK. Please note that GAIN are currently unable to sponsor working visas.
The Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition is committed to equality of opportunity and creating an inclusive environment where diversity is valued. We are keen to reflect the diversity of our society at every level within our organisation and therefore welcome applications from talented and committed people from all backgrounds, representing the diverse societies we operate in.
The Food Standards Agency (FSA) recently commissioned an ethnographic study to observe real-life behaviour in domestic and business kitchens, as well as collecting data on consumers’ self-reported food safety behaviour through their Food and You 2 survey. This study is being conducted in collaboration with Dr Gulbanu Kaptan and Dr Joshua Weller from the Centre for Decision Research at Leeds University Business School (LUBS).
The FSA and LUBS have agreed to co-fund a PhD studentship to deliver secondary analysis of data collected through the above projects.
As a jointly-funded doctoral student, you will have the opportunity to conduct applied research that support the development of FSA policy recommendations. Additionally, you will benefit from a supportive environment led by experienced LUBS academics and FSA practitioners specialised in the fields of judgment and decision making, consumer behaviour, and food safety.
Full description
The University of Leeds is a research-intensive Russell Group university with extensive experience and success in PhD supervision.
The Centre for Decision Research in Leeds University Business School, where the doctoral student will be based, has a strong interdisciplinary focus that has led to research collaborations across a wide range of academic disciplines, with much work being applied and externally funded. Members of the Centre publish extensively in academic journals, edited books and practitioner journals, as well as presenting at major national and international conferences.
The FSA is an independent non-ministerial government department working across England, Wales and Northern Ireland to protect public health and consumer’s wider interests in food. The role of social researchers in FSA is to work collaboratively with colleagues across the Agency (and beyond) to ensure evidence and research are embedded in the recommendations for future policy and delivery options.
As a doctoral student, you will be supervised by Dr Gulbanu Kaptan and Dr Joshua Weller. Both academics have strong publication records and secured research funding from a number of UK and international funding agencies. Please see the links below to learn more about their research:
In order to be considered for the Studentship you must submit all the required supporting documents for your application for PhD study together with a ‘Locating Your Research’ form. On the Locating your Research form state that you are applying for the Leeds University Business School / Food Standards Agency PhD Studentship and that your supervisors will be Dr Gulbanu Kaptan and Dr Joshua Weller.
Any study applications not accompanied by the documents requested by the Studentship deadline will not be considered for the award.
There is no requirement to submit a research proposal, you will be asked about your ability to complete the project in the Studentship application form.
An unsuccessful application for this Studentship does not exclude you from applying for other research study opportunities or scholarships offered by the University of Leeds.
You will be required to provide two academic references in support of your studentship application. These must be received by the deadline.
Interviews of shortlisted candidates will be held in the week commencing 29th November 2021.
If English is not your first language, you must provide evidence that you meet the University’s minimum English language requirements (below).
As an international research-intensive university, we welcome students from all walks of life and from across the world. We foster an inclusive environment where all can flourish and prosper, and we are proud of our strong commitment to student education. Within the Leeds University Business School we are dedicated to diversifying our community and we welcome the unique contributions that individuals can bring, and particularly encourage applications from, but not limited to Black, Asian, people who belong to a minority ethnic community, people who identify as LGBT+; and people with disabilities. Applicants will always be selected based on merit and ability.
Entry requirements
Candidates should ideally have a first-class or at least a good upper second-class undergraduate degree. In addition they should also hold a British Masters degree (or equivalent degree from an overseas university) or an equivalent professional qualification with a minimum average score of 70 (or the equivalent at a non-UK institution) at Masters degree level, but exceptional candidates with 65 and above will also be considered. Candidates from the disciplines of Psychology, Marketing, Management, Business Analytics, Food Sciences or closely allied disciplines are encouraged to apply. Note that a strong background in advanced statistics is desirable for this studentship.
English language requirements
The minimum English language entry requirement for research postgraduate research study in the Leeds University Business School is an IELTS of 7.0 overall with at least 6.0 in each component (reading, writing, listening and speaking) or equivalent. The test must be dated within two years of the start date of the course in order to be valid.
Funding on offer
Duration of the Award
Full-time (3 years). The award will be made for one year in the first instance and renewable for a further period of up to two years, subject to satisfactory academic progress;
Funding
The award will cover full fees at the University of Leeds standard rate of fees and a maintenance grant at the standard UKRI rate (£15,609 in Session 2021/22).
Other Conditions
Applicants must not have already been awarded or be currently studying for a doctoral degree.
Awards must be taken up by 1 February 2022.
The awards are available for new Postgraduate Researchers undertaking full-time or part-time research study leading to the degree of PhD. Students who are already registered for PhD research study are excluded from applying.
Applicants must live within a reasonable distance of the University of Leeds whilst in receipt of this Scholarship.
Contact details
For further information please contact the Graduate School Office Email: phd@lubs.leeds.ac.uk
A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline experience that directly relates to this position.
About Us
At the Stephen M. Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan we have a diverse learning community grounded in the principle that business can be an extraordinary vehicle for positive change in today’s dynamic global economy. For more information on Ross, visit michiganross.umich.edu/.
The Office of Action-based Learning (OABL) helps Ross students develop their leadership talent through action-based learning programs that connect the world of ideas to the world of practice. Action-based learning is a creative, interactive experience that integrates individual preparation, team-based projects, and classroom discussion. These learning opportunities come in the form of the Multidisciplinary Action Projects (MAP) Program or Masters of Supply Chain consulting projects – project-based courses in which a team of students address a business challenge on behalf of the sponsoring organization. The organizations range in size from Fortune 100 corporations to small entrepreneurial firms. This collaborative process benefits our students, faculty, and global organizations.
You will provide leadership for the cultivation and sourcing of over 200 action-based learning projects each year across almost every degree program at the Ross School of Business. Each of these projects represents a significant portion of a student’s degree program and these programs are an essential priority of the school. You will ensure program priorities are met. This will take place through the development of a comprehensive external relations strategy as action-learning represents one of the primary ways in which companies and alumni engage with the institution. You will also work with other units across Ross and campus related to external engagement, representing the interest of Ross’ engaged learning portfolio. You will report to the Managing Director, Office of Action-Based Learning (OABL).
You Will…
Represent the broad spectrum of Ross external engagement offerings (i.e., MAP, Global Initiatives, LBLE and Career Development Office) to external members, including corporate partners at alumni events and conferences, and to internal members across Ross and the University with a primary focus on our MAP and ABL portfolio.
Manage a portfolio of corporate and non-profit partnerships to provide over 150 funded, sponsorship commitments for real-world action-learning projects – which will require several hundred conversations on a yearly basis to create interest, qualify potential sponsors, and lead them through the proposal submission process
Develop an annual sourcing and marketing strategy, in collaboration with the OABL Managing Director and program leadership, to determine the needs of each program every year.
Serve, in collaboration with the Managing Director and other Associate Directors, as a project lead. This project management responsibility serves as the main coordinator of project-related logistics between the sponsor, faculty, and student teams.
You Have:
Bachelor’s degree (BBA preferred) and at least 5 years of experience in higher education administration, marketing, sales, fundraising, or other comparable fields or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Project management skills
Benefits at the University of Michigan
In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family and plan for a secure future. Benefits include:
Generous time off (Vacation, Holidays, Season Days)
A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions with immediate vesting
Many choices for comprehensive health insurance
Life insurance
Long-term disability coverage
Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses
Flexible Work Program
Ross Onsite Fitness Center
Salary Information
The general salary range for this position is $75,000 – $81,000. You can expect to be paid a competitive and equitable salary. Factors used to determine salary include experience, knowledge and skills for the position. You are encouraged to discuss salary questions to honor understanding and transparency throughout the recruiting process.
Additional Information
Michigan Ross values a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are committed to the development of diverse and culturally intelligent staff who thrive and contribute to a positive and inclusive environment.
Application Deadline
Job openings are posted for at least seven days. The job may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.
U-M EEO/AA Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
U-M COVID-19 Vaccination Policy
COVID-19 vaccinations are now required for all University of Michigan students, faculty and staff across all three campuses, including Michigan Medicine. This includes those working or learning remotely. More information on this policy is available on the Campus Blueprint website or the U-M Dearborn and U-M Flint websites.
After a successful first call for entries for the Encyclopedia on Corporate Social Responsibility in July 2021, we are pleased to announce a second call for entries.
Purpose of the Encyclopedia
The International Centre for Corporate Social Responsibility (ICCSR), Nottingham University Business School, is editing an Encyclopedia on Corporate Social Responsibility that will be the most up to date compilation of knowledge on Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) when published in 2023. It will discuss the evolution of and future for CSR, as well as situate CSR in relation to the themes of sustainability, stakeholder management, governance, and business and human rights.
The Encyclopedia has the following aims:
To offer comprehensive guidance on CSR;
To critically present the evolution of CSR;
To discuss the state of the art within the field of CSR (such as key concepts, debates frameworks, standards, measures, and practices);
To demonstrate the impacts of CSR;
To discuss the future of CSR.
Guidelines
The writing style for the Encyclopedia will be critical and reflective, with entries grounded in ongoing debates on CSR. The Encyclopedia should be accessible to students yet interesting for and useful to academics, practitioners, and policymakers. Entries will vary in length but will range from 1,000 – 3,000 words. A Guidance for Authors will be made available to confirmed Contributors.
Call for Contributions
If you would like to contribute towards the Encyclopedia, please send an expression of interest (EOI) to csr-encyclopedia@nottingham.ac.uk, stating your entry topic, by the 31st of October. The Encyclopedia currently has over 170 entries planned. Please consider that a first call for contributors was issued in July 2021 and the majority of entries have already been covered. However, a few key entries are still available. The Editors welcome further suggestions.
Currently Available Entries
Corporate Philanthropy, Corporate Sustainability, CSR and different forms of organizations, CSR and NGOs, Decolonising CSR, Environmental Justice, Explicit and Implicit CSR, Feminism and CSR, Global Value Chains, Intersectionality, Responsibilities towards Shareholders, Social and Environmental Auditing, Social and Environmental Innovation, Stakeholder Theory, Strategic CSR.
Early Career, PhD students and practitioners are welcome to contribute. Contributions from non-European Institutions are particularly encouraged. Each contributor will be asked to provide 1-2 reviews of entries relevant to their academic expertise. Each contributor will get a free electronic copy of the Encyclopedia.
RRBM and its co-sponsors are offering up to eight scholarships of $10,000 each to doctoral students in business schools to conduct dissertation research that follows the principles of responsible research. The research topic should focus on economic inequality, racial, gender or other forms of social justice in organizations, thereby contributing to meeting one or more of the United Nation’s Sustainable Development Goals.
Call for Applications
Applications accepted beginning : November 1, 2021
Application deadline: December 1, 2021
Award decision: March 1, 2022
Purpose
To support young scholars taking on the grand challenges of our world through responsible research in business and management.
Possible Research Topics and Methods
The Selection Committee welcomes dissertation research that will generate knowledge or ideas to reduce income inequality, increase racial and gender equity, or address other forms of social justice that enhance stakeholder well-being, especially focusing on the role of business organizations. Research that contributes to meeting one or more of the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals related to these social justice issues are of special interest to this dissertation scholarship program.
This scholarship program supports dissertation research that is inter-disciplinary and that involves stakeholders in the research process. We encourage the use of multiple methods, including qualitative (case studies, observations, text analysis), quantitative (surveys, archival empirical), and experimentation (lab and field), as explained in the principles of responsible research. Intervention field studies (e.g., randomized controlled experiments) that robustly test theory-informed ideas/treatments to address the aforementioned justice issues are especially valuable.
The Eligible Applicant
Is a doctoral candidate (generally after the qualifying exam) at the beginning stage of the dissertation research;
Is studying in a business school in any of the disciplines as long as the research falls within the domain of the research topics described above;
Is familiar with the RRBM Principles of Responsible Research (e.g., as an endorser of the position paper, an attendee of RRBM webinars, or through other engagements);
We recommend attending the Philosophical Foundation of Responsible Research course which will be offered online September to mid-November 2021. The course covers the topics of uncertainties in scientific reasoning, inductive risks, values in science, objectivity and responsibility, science and policy, science and society, and progress in science – foundational ideas of responsible research. The final assignment of this course is to develop a research idea related to the UN Sustainable Development Goals. Registration for the 2021 course offering has closed. Missed the course? You can still apply for the scholarship. We recommend reviewing FAQ #5 below and taking some time to review the course syllabus and recommended reading.
The Application & Proposal Content
Eligible Applications will be submitted online and include (I) a proposal; (II) two letters of recommendation; and (III) the applicant’s CV. Applications should adhere to the detailed guidelines available for download here.
Applications will be accepted beginning November 1, 2021 and must be received by December 1, 2021.
Evaluation of Proposals
Proposals will be evaluated using the Seven Principles of Responsible Research, ensuring that the proposed research meets the standards of high relevance to the research domain specified in this program and strong methodological rigor with promise of credible findings. Additional information regarding the evaluation process and Selection Committee is available here.
Hanken School of Economics is looking for several post docs as project researchers in humanitarian logistics, to strengthen the following teams at the Humanitarian Logistics and Supply Chain Research Institute (HUMLOG Institute):
The H2020 project on “Health Emergency Response in Interconnected Systems” (HERoS) in response to the COVID-19 outbreak. The required profile is in the areas of medical supply chains and the socio-economic impact of supply chain disruptions in the pandemic. Methods: qualitative research and input-output models.
The H2020 project “sCience & human factOr for Resilient sociEty (CORE)”. The required profile is in the area of crisis management and humanitarian logistics, especially looking at cascading disasters. Methods: qualitative research, and system dynamics modeling.
The Norwegian Research Council project on the “Responsible Use of Digital Cash-Based Assistance in Refugee Crises” (DigCBA). The required profile is in the areas of cash-based initiatives, digital technologies, and humanitarian logistics. Methods: qualitative research, and system dynamics modeling.
The Academy of Finland project “Cash and/or carry: The challenges and modalities of delivering aid in conflict zones” (Cash and/or Carry). The required profile is in the areas of cash-based initiatives and local procurement in conflict zones. Methods: qualitative research.
All positions are for 1 year, with the possibility of extension.
Your primary work task as project researcher is to conduct scholarly research within the project areas (see required profiles). You will also support project co-ordination especially with regards to the co-ordination of writing relevant reports. You will also, to a minor extent, be involved in teaching and supervision (appr. 5% of your work time) and carry out some service/administrative tasks.
More specifically, as a post doc in any of these projects, you will be responsible for:
Conducting research that meets high international levels,
Collaborating with other members of the project team, providing the humanitarian logistics expertise to the project,
Publishing your research in high-quality journals and communicating the results of your work to relevant stakeholders and to society at large,
Contributing to the administration of the project and to applications for new additional external research funding,
Contributing to the competence development of students by providing research-based teaching and supervision in your field of expertise and the development of project-specific trainings and massive open online courses (MOOCs).
Eligibility Requirements: Applicants for these positions are required to have (a) a PhD degree within a relevant subject (b) fluent command of English. Applicants whose PhD defence has been set for the fall term of 2021 may be considered if they will also receive their degree during 2021.
The following qualifications are considered as further merits when evaluating applicants:
Good knowledge of the research methods required in the specific projects,
Familiarity with research within humanitarian logistics, and the specific topic areas of the project(s) applied for,
Existing high-quality academic publications,
High-quality plans and high potential for future academic publications (incl. publications in preparation and pipeline),
Experience of applying for research funding,
Track record of having worked with medical and/or humanitarian organisations,
Knowledge of English and French for communication with humanitarian organisations; and Finnish and Swedish for contacting organisations in Finland.
A solid knowledge of the required profile area(s) for any of the specific projects is prioritised in evaluating and ranking applicants. Special consideration is given to candidates that have demonstrated their ability to produce high quality research. It is on you as an applicant to pinpoint and describe the fit between the targeted areas of expertise of the position, and your own knowledge, publication track record and pipeline. Please mention the projects relevant to you in your application.
By joining our department, you will benefit from and contribute to a thriving scientific environment at a triple crown-accredited university business school (AACSB, EQUIS, AMBA accreditations), becoming part of a group of highly active researchers with high productivity in publishing, numerous global projects, and a strong international profile.
The annual working time in the position is 1612 hours. The location of the positions is in Helsinki, and we expect you to move to Finland and work min. 3 days/week from the office.
The salary for the project researcher is based on the university salary system in Finland (including employee healthcare as well as pension and holiday contributions); the exact salary level depends upon the recruited individual’s qualifications and performance. The entry level salary is in range of 41.800 – 53.100 euro / year. Beyond the salary, the university’s foundation grants faculty members substantial publication awards for high-quality publications. The trial period will be 3 months.
An application letter, with the following separate attachments,
CV incl. min. 2 references who can be contacted for recommendations,
PhD degree certificate,
Publication list incl. working doi links to selected, max 5 recent publications (or if links don’t work, separately submitted publications in pdf form),
Research statement/plan including a demonstration of the applicant’s fit with the position(s)
shall be submitted electronically to Hanken’s recruitment database Laura no later than October 30th, 2021. In addition, other relevant documents (e.g. certificates, recommendations) may be submitted with the application. Please indicate when you would be able to start in the position if you should be selected. Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed at the EURO HOpe conference.
Enquiries may be directed to the Subject Head in Supply Chain Management and Social Responsibility, Professor Gyöngyi Kovács, e-mail kovacs@hanken.fi, mobile +358 40 352 1241.
Map the System is much more than a competition – it is a representation of our core beliefs about social change: that we all have the responsibility to understand problems we want to be part of solving.
The Skoll Centre for Social Entrepreneurship at the Saïd Business School, University of Oxford, invites faculty and staff committed to enhancing systems change education to partner with us to bring Map the System to their students. We have more than 65 institutions participating annually, and would love to have as many of our GBSN partner members as possible join us. GBSN members are eligible for a special rate (see below).
Map the System is a global community of educators, students, and practitioners empowering a new generation of systems thinkers. Through a unique learning programme and competition model, we are transforming the way students understand and approach social change.
How it works: Each year we partner with institutions worldwide, supporting educators to deliver Map the System at their institutions before inviting top student teams from all over the world to convene for a final competition in Oxford. Through the programme, students work either on their own or in teams to dive deep into a social or environmental topic they are passionate about. Participants learn and utilise the principles of systems thinking as a guiding approach to understanding a complex social or environmental challenge and create visual systems maps as a means to articulate their findings in a way that people can meaningfully understand, share, and learn from.
Why join:
Join a global movement which values understanding problems first, before proposing solutions. We believe this is the future of social impact education.
Build global connections with staff, faculty, and students from institutions across the globe – all of whom are passionate about social change.
Create meaningful opportunities for students by winning cash prizes, making valuable connections, and developing their ideas for impact.
Learn more:
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Programme cost/GBSN Network Discount The typical cost for an institution to participate is £4,000 – however, GBSN members receive a subsidised rate of £3,000 to all GBSN members.
The 4th Industrial Revolution and the pandemic have changed the way we work and live and has brought on a new normal in Africa and across the globe. Education is an essential tool to equip us to mitigate the challenges we will face.
In its effort to promote the continual improvement in quality learning and research across business schools in Africa, GBSN and INSEAD
are joining forces to offer a GBSN-INSEAD Africa Faculty Fellowship designed for educators who are committed to advancing the quality of their learning and teaching. The Fellowship is designed to support African faculty members from GBSN member schools to further develop their teaching practice. During the Fellowship, the Fellow will work with an INSEAD Faculty member(s) to develop a teaching resource or tool that can be brought back to their home institution and used in the classroom.
Through the Fellowship’s experience, activates and deliverables, they will help advance the quality of business and management education in their respective country. This fellowship is open to one faculty member from an African business school that is a member of GBSN and will take place in the academic year 2022.
Terms of the Fellowship
Beyond pursuing their own projects, the Fellows will be expected to attend research seminars and workshops, to sit in on class sessions at the invitation of faculty, to interact with faculty, administrative staff, and students, and to serve as a guest speaker in class if requested. This experience should be seen as an opportunity for both personal and institutional development. Upon returning home, the Fellow will be expected to share their learnings, strategies, and teaching tools with their home institution, and to maintain a relationship with the INSEAD Africa Initiative. Finally, the Fellow will be asked to write a follow-up report about their experience with the GBSN-INSEAD Fellowship, highlighting key learnings and activities. The report will be published on the GBSN website, and possibly on relevant INSEAD websites.
Time and work will be spread across 12 months
Majority of the Fellowship work will be conducted virtually
Potential for on-campus visit with sponsoring Faculty on INSEAD’s campus (Fontainebleau or Singapore). Travel is subject to COVID-19 restrictions and availability.
Other ancillary expenses such as food and local transportation may be covered by INSEAD, under specific mutual agreement between INSEAD and the Fellow.
Executive Director, INSEAD Emerging Markets Institute, Gender Initiative & Africa Initiative; Director, Hoffman Global Institute for Business & Society, Asia; Adjunct Professor, Singapore Management University Singapore
Professor of Economics; The Stone Chaired Professor in Wealth Inequality; Academic Director, The James M. and Cathleen D. Stone Centre for the Study of Wealth Inequality Hoffmann; Global Institute for Business & Society Deputy Academic Director INSEAD France
Executive Director, INSEAD Emerging Markets Institute, Gender Initiative & Africa Initiative; Director, Hoffman Global Institute for Business & Society, Asia; Adjunct Professor, Singapore Management University Singapore
Affiliate Professor of Technology and Operations Management INSEAD France
The Application Process
Applicants must be active faculty with the potential for – or actual duties of – academic leadership at a GBSN member school on the African continent. Professors of all academic fields of business and economics are welcome to apply.
Candidates for the Fellowships should submit the following documents in support of their application:
An expression of interest and proposal of personal objectives, activities, and desired project deliverables (e.g., research working paper, teaching tools, course syllabus, simulations, etc.) during the visit to INSEAD
the completed application form and a current curriculum vitae
a letter of support from the Dean or Director of their institution. The letter should explain the suitability of the candidate for the Fellowship and how the institution expects to benefit from the Fellow’s engagement with INSEAD.
A selection committee of INSEAD faculty members, put together by the INSEAD Africa Initiative, will review each submitted application package and shortlisted candidates will move onto the Interview Phase.
Virtual Interviews
Virtual interviews will be scheduled with the selected top applicants. The interviews are designed as a way for the INSEAD Africa Initiative Selection Committee to learn more about the applicant’s background, research, experience, desired learnings and objectives during the Fellowship as well as scheduling, timeline and availability. A major part of the selection will consider how the applicant plans to bring back value and implement the Fellowship deliverables across its home institution.
The goal is to begin Fellowships within the academic year. Timelines are part of the discussion during virtual interviews. Other key dates and deadlines are outlined below.
2022
MARCH 31
Application DEADLINE
APRIL 4 – 8
Virtual Interviews Conducted with Top Applicants
APRIL 8 – 29
INSEAD Selection Committee Application Review Period
