Doctoral Students / Research Associates in Management of Renewable Energies (m/f/d)
Your tasks
The Chair of Management of Renewable Energies at HSG has established a strong track-record for combining scientific insight with real-world impact. We apply a mix of qualitative and quantitative empirical research methods to understand the decision-making of energy consumers, investors and other stakeholders, thereby contributing to the design of successful business models and policy instruments for the diffusion of low-carbon innovation.
We are looking for candidates interested in one or several of the following topics:
- Citizen co-investment and social acceptance of renewable energy
- Convergence of electric mobility, renewable energy and storage
- Decentralisation of energy and climate governance
- Emotional influences on energy-related decision-making
Your profile
- are close to completion of or hold a Master's degree from a recognized university
- have a background in business administration, industrial engineering, marketing, finance, environmental psychology, international affairs, managing climate solutions, or related fields
- are passionate about understanding the role of renewable energy in shaping a low-carbon future
- are curious about combining insight and impact
- are highly motivated, and combine a track record of excellent performance with team-player qualities
- have a solid basis in qualitative and/or quantitative research methods
- are fluent in English and have strong writing skills. Proficiency in one of Switzerland's national languages is a plus.
Applications must be submitted through HSG's online application portal. Please submit the following documents:
- a statement of motivation and research interests addressed to Prof. Wüstenhagen (1-2 pages)
- a CV
- transcripts of all obtained degrees (in English or German)
- if applicable, grade transcripts of to-be-completed degrees
- a writing sample (usually an extract from the Master's thesis or an article)
- any reference letters or contact details of referees
We look forward to receiving your application!
Deadline: 30.11.2024.
Inspirational Work Environment
Executive Education
Network
Family & Career
Equal Opportunities
Fit and Healthy
Inspirational Work Environment
At the HSG, as Europe's leading business university, we operate in an entrepreneurial environment where you will meet highly qualified, ambitious experts - both regionally and internationally. For example, you benefit from a modern IT infrastructure and, in our library via HSGswisscovery, from nationwide access to the wealth of scientific information available.
Executive Education
We support internal and external executive education opportunities. Our internal executive education programme offers you a practical, dedicated and didactically mature transfer of knowledge in the form of seminars, e-learning, coaching and collegial advice. We support task-specific external training and executive education financially as well as with regard to the time required.
Network
We promote our culture of cross-functional collaboration and create space for forging valuable relationships - also with external partners. Regular exchanges and internal events help to strengthen these relationships and make them long-lasting.
Family & Career
We provide our employees with flexible work time models with a variable number of hours per week. As a family-friendly employer, we offer part-time positions, 16 weeks of maternity leave and a subsidised crèche, as well as support with childcare during the vacations.
Equal Opportunities
The University enables equal opportunities for all employees and students. This applies to degree courses and work, as well as academic careers, university management positions and the reconciliation of studies, work and private commitments. We are committed to this with various measures in the areas of teaching, research, administration and the Presidency.
Fit and Healthy
We help you stay fit and healthy. In addition to our diverse range of sports activities at the university, most of which are free of charge, and campaign weeks for corporate health management, we also offer you fruit in the workplace. In our canteen you will find a wide selection of freshly prepared meals - from vegetarian to fish dishes - at discounted prices.
Further information on working at the HSG can be found here.
For job-related questions
Director IWÖ-HSG
(rolf.wuestenhagen@unisg.ch)
"We offer a dynamic, internationally focused research environment that fosters active engagement and collaboration. Questions regarding the position can be directed to my attention."
Head of Operations IWÖ-HSG
(besire.morina@unisg.ch)
"We look forward to welcoming your application with great interest!"
Your place of work
University of St.Gallen
«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 9800 students. The HSG is one of the largest employers in the region and provides an attractive and innovative environment for more than 3300 researchers, educators and professional staff.
