Open positions

  • Post-doc position in economics and/or related disciplines

    As part of a research collaboration with a major Swiss insurance company, the Center for Competitiveness in the Department of Economics at the University of Fribourg is seeking to recruit one post-doc researcher for a 2 years period (3rd year to be confirmed at a later stage). This researchers will play a crucial role in a collaborative research project titled “Policies and Corporate Strategies for Strengthening the Sustainable Economic and Social Competitiveness of Switzerland.” The project's team is composed of researchers from diverse fields including economics, management, communication, law, and sociology. This initiative is part of a broader cluster called "The Future of Switzerland," consisting of four interlinked research projects, embracing an interdisciplinary approach. The areas that can be addressed will touch on issues of economic and social policies such as smart regions and cities, energy transition, corporate and policy strategies for addressing climate change, the creation of value by businesses, sociological and societal issues related to sustainable development to name just a few examples. The postdoc's expertise in specific domains may also influence the project's directions

    Key responsibilities

    • Conduct theoretical and empirical research in the respective fields of the research project(s).
    • Organize and facilitate scientific exchanges among researchers from various departments and faculties within the specific research project and across other research projects.
    • Co-organize events, including workshops, and other relevant activities.
    • Doctoral degree in economics, management, or a related social science

    Requirements:

    • Doctoral degree in economics, management, or a related social science
    • Proficiency in quantitative and qualitative empirical methods (for instance regression analysis and
    • methods for policy/impact evaluation); ideally also and advanced command of qualitative methods.
    • A promising academic record with the potential to publish in high quality academic
    • Proficiency in English; ideally also fluency in French and/or German, as well as knowledge of Switzerland and its institutions

    Start data: as soon as possible

    Salary: Competitive and in accordance with the University of Fribourg's guidelines.

    Affiliation

    The position will be affiliated with the Center for Competitiveness at the University of Fribourg, within the Department of Economics (Faculty of Management, Economics, and Social Sciences). For additional information, please feel free to reach out to Professor Dr. Philippe Gugler, Head of the Center for Competitiveness and President of the Department of Economics at the University of Fribourg (philippe.gugler@unifr.ch).
    Application

    Interested candidates are invited to submit a complete application in a single PDF file (lastname.pdf) via email to philippe.gugler@unifr.ch. Please use "Application Post-Doc 2023" as the subject line. The application should include a concise motivation leter (maximum 2 pages), a CV (maximum 2 pages), a summary of key achievements (maximum 2 pages), and the contact information for two referees who are prepared to provide a leter of reference upon request.

    Deadline of Application: February 23rd, 2024

     

  • Assistant.e diplômée.e 50-100%

    La chaire de comptabilité et analyse financières cherche une assitante ou un assistant diplômé.e avec entrée en fonction au  1er février 2024 / 1er août 2024 ou date à convenir

    Cahier des charges :

    Collaborer aux projets de recherche de la chaire et rédiger une thèse de doctorat sur un sujet de comptabilité et/ou analyse financières.

     Assister les cours de comptabilité de niveau Bachelor, soit :

    • Préparer et donner régulièrement les exercices
    • Seconder les étudiants dans la rédaction de leurs travaux de séminaire
    • Assister à la préparation ainsi qu’à la correction des examens
    • Collaborer à la préparation des cours
    • Assister à la préparation du cours du niveau Master
    • Soutenir le titulaire de la chaire dans les travaux de recherche

    Exigences :

    Master (ou diplôme universitaire équivalent) en comptabilité, finances, gestion d’entreprise ou dans une branche similaire ; très bonne connaissances du français, de l’anglais ainsi que de bonne connaissances d’allemand seraient un atout.

    Candidatures :

    Les candidatures sont à adresser par courrier ou par e-mail à : Prof. Dr. Franck Missonier-Piera, Université de Fribourg, Département de gestion d’entreprise, Chaire de comptabilité et analyse financières, Bd. de Pérolles 90, CH-1700 Fribourg ou franck.missonier@unifr.ch.

     Des renseignements complémentaires peuvent être obtenus par e-mail auprès du Prof. Dr. Franck Missonier-Piera. Vous pouvez aussi consulter le site web suivant : http://www.unifr.ch/caf/fr.

  • 1 Post-doc position (100%, 3 years) in business communication and/or marketing

    Join a cutting-edge research collaboration between the University of Fribourg and a leading Swiss insurance company in our quest to explore the evolving landscape of Switzerland’s reputation in the Artificial Intelligence (AI) era. We are excited to announce a post-doctoral researcher positon (100%) for 3 years (with the option for extension) in Business Communication and Marketing to contribute to the groundbreaking project, “Investigating the Future Reputation of Switzerland in Times of Artificial Intelligence.” As a multidisciplinary team member, you will be at the forefront of investigating the future of Switzerland's nation brand and reputation. 

    The project’s team is composed of researchers from business communication and marketing. Thisinitiative is part of a broader cluster called “The Future of Switzerland,” consisting of four interlinked research projects embracing an interdisciplinary approach.
    Key responsibilites:

    • Conduct innovative research at the intersection of country reputation and artificial
    • Disseminate research findings through academic publications, conferences, and to the broader
    • Collaborate closely with researchers from interconnected projects, fostering scientific
    • Co-organize workshops, events, and other relevant activities to advance research

     Requirements:

    • Doctoral degree in social sciences, management, or a related field.
    • Proficiency in quantitative empirical methods; advanced knowledge of qualitative methods as a plus
    • Familiarity with artificial intelligence tools, e.g., natural language programs, deep learning, etc.
    • Demonstrated potential for publishing in high-quality academic
    • Proficiency in English, ideally with fluency in French and/or German, and knowledge of Switzerland and its institutions is an asset.

    Start date: January 2024 (earliest, or mutually agreed upon)

    Salary: Competitive and in accordance with the University of Fribourg's guidelines.
    Application:

    Interested candidates are invited to submit a complete applicaton in a single PDF file (lastname.pdf) via email to olivier.furrer@unifr.ch and diana.ingenhoff@unifr.ch. Please use “Application Post-Doc 2024” as the subject line. The application should include a concise motivation letter, a CV, a list of publications, relevant academic certficates, and the contact informaton for two referees prepared to provide a letter of reference upon request.

    Deadline of Application: December 11, 2023, or until the position is filled.

  • 2 post-doc positions in economics or related disciplines

    As part of a research collaboration with a major Swiss insurance company, the Center for Competitiveness in the Department of Economics at the University of Fribourg is seeking to recruit two post-doc researchers for a 2-3 years period. These researchers will play a crucial role in a collaborative research project titled “Policies and Corporate Strategies for Strengthening the Sustainable Economic and Social Competitiveness of Switzerland.” The project's team is composed of researchers from diverse fields including economics, management, communication, law, and sociology. This initiative is part of a broader cluster called "The Future of Switzerland," consisting of four interlinked research projects, embracing an interdisciplinary approach. One of the Post-Doc positions will have an intersection with another research project named “Switzerland’s Digitized Reputation in the Age of AI: Interdisciplinary Perspectives.”

    Key responsibilities:
    • Conduct theoretical and empirical research in the respective fields of the research project(s).
    • Organize and facilitate scientific exchanges among researchers from various departments and faculties within the specific research project and across other research projects.
    • Co-organize events, including workshops, and other relevant activities.

    Requirements:
    • Doctoral degree in economics, management, or a related social science discipline.
    • Proficiency in quantitaive and qualitaive empirical methods (for instance regression analysis and methods for policy/impact evaluation); ideally also and advanced command of qualitative methods.
    • A promising academic record with the potential to publish in high quality academic journals.
    • Proficiency in English; ideally also fluency in French and/or German, as well as knowledge of Switzerland and its institutions.
    Start data: January 2024 (to be mutually agreed)
    Salary: Competitive and in accordance with the University of Fribourg's guidelines.

    Affiliation:
    Both positions will be affiliated with the Center for Competitiveness at the University of Fribourg, within the Department of Economics (Faculty of Management, Economics, and Social Sciences). For additional information, please feel free to reach out to Professor Dr. Philippe Gugler, Head of the Center for Competiveness and President of the Department of Economics at the University of Fribourg (philippe.gugler@unifr.ch).

    Application:
    Interested candidates are invited to submit a complete application in a single PDF file (lastname.pdf) via email to philippe.gugler@unifr.ch. Please use "Application Post-Doc 2023" as the subject line. The application should include a concise motivation letter (maximum 2 pages), a CV (maximum 2 pages), a summary of key achievements (maximum 2 pages), and the contact information for two referees who are prepared to provide a leter of reference upon request.
    Deadline of Application: November 10th 2023

  • Professorship in Strategic Management (Open Rank)

    The Faculty of Management, Economics, and Social Sciences of the University of Fribourg (Switzerland) invites applications for a Professorship in Strategic Management (Open Rank) at the Department of Management. The position includes a fully funded Ph.D. position (100%). The expected start date is September 1, 2024.
    The future professor will teach French and English courses at the Bachelor’s and Master’s levels. The courses should cover different aspects of strategy and strategic management (e.g., business and corporate strategy, strategic planning, strategic alliance management). 

    The successful candidate must have demonstrated the ability to publish regularly in leading scientific journals in the field of strategic management. 

    As the University of Fribourg is bilingual (French/German), fluency in French is required, and knowledge of German is considered a plus. The University offers attractive working conditions and a very competitive salary in international comparison. 

    Candidates should have a doctorate (Ph.D.) in management or in a related domain, preferably specializing in strategy or strategic management, a strong research record, and excellent teaching skills. 

    The University of Fribourg is keen to promote a fair representation of women in teaching and research and encourages applications from women. The University of Fribourg is a signatory of the DORA declaration and attaches great importance to the qualitative evaluation of academic performance. 

    Candidates should send their complete application package (motivation letter describing their qualifications for the position, CV, list of publications, teaching experiences, administrative responsibilities, research grants obtained, proposal of future research, three professional references, and a choice of three representative scientific publications) until November 8, 2023 electronically in a single pdf-file to the Chair of the committee, Prof. Dr. Olivier Furrer, olivier.furrer@unifr.ch, with a copy to the deans’ office, decanat-ses@unifr.ch. Additional information can be obtained from Prof. Dr. Olivier Furrer.

     

  • Assistentin / Assistenten am Lehrstuhl für Wirtschafts- und Finanzpolitik

    Am Departement für Volkswirtschaftslehre an der Wirtschafts-und Sozialwissenschaftliche Fakultät der Universität Freiburg/Schweiz,  ist die Stelle einer/eines Assistentin / Assistenten zu besetzen. Sie kann ab dem 1.9.2023 als Diplom- (mit MA) oder Unterassistentenstelle (mit BA) besetzt und flexibel angetreten werden. 

    Ein breites Interesse an wirtschafts- und finanzpolitischen Problemen sowie der politisch-ökonomischen Sicht zu ihren Ursachen und Lösungen sind Voraussetzung. Gute Kenntnisse im empirischen Arbeiten sind vorteilhaft. Neben der Forschungstätigkeit wird erwartet, dass Assistierende unterstützende Aufgaben in Lehre und Administration am Lehrstuhl wahrnehmen. Die Teilnahme an (internationalen) Fachkonferenzen und Doktorandenkursen, auch im Studienzentrum Gerzensee (www.szgerzensee.ch), ist ausdrücklich erwünscht und wird unterstützt. 

    Bewerbende sollten einen Master- oder Bachelorabschluss in Volkswirtschaftslehre oder einer verwandten Disziplin vorweisen, vorzugsweise mit einer Spezialisierung in Public Economics, Politischer Ökonomie und/oder empirischen Methoden. Gute Deutsch- und Englischkenntnisse werden vorausgesetzt, Französischkenntnisse sind vorteilhaft. 

    Die Universität befindet sich in attraktiver Lage im Herzen der Schweiz mit einem zweisprachigen Umfeld. Das Gehalt ist kompetitiv. 

    Interessierte Personen, die über die erforderlichen Qualifikationen verfügen, werden gebeten, ihre Bewerbung zusammen mit einem Motivationsschreiben, einem detaillierten Lebenslauf, relevanten Zeugnissen und Referenzen spätestens bis zum 16. Juli 2023 einzureichen bei: 

    Prof. Dr. Reiner Eichenberger, Lehrstuhl für Wirtschafts- und Finanzpolitik, Universität Fribourg, Bd. de Pérolles 90, CH-1700 Fribourg.
    Tel. +41 78 888 82 62, E-Mail: reiner.eichenberger@unifr.ch Internet: http://www.unifr.ch/finwiss . 

    Bei Rückfragen wenden Sie sich bitte direkt per email an Reiner Eichenberger.

  • Wiss. Mitarbeiter/-in (Doktorand/-in) am Lehrstuhl für Makroökonomie, Internationale Industrie - und Wachstumpolitik

    Das Departement für Volkswirtschaftslehre der Fakultät der Wirtschafts- und Sozialwissenschaften, Lehrstuhl für Makroökonomie, bietet zum 1. August 2023 oder nach Vereinbarung die Stelle als Wiss. Mitarbeiter/-in (Doktorand/-in) mit Beschäftigungsgrad von 100%, befristet auf max. 5 Jahre.

    Aufgabenschwerpunkte:

    • Unterstützende Aufgaben in Forschung und Lehre.
    • Eigenständiges, durch den Lehrstuhlinhaber betreutes Dissertationsprojekt (Promotion zum Dr. rer. pol.). Mögliche Forschungsgebiete sind: Internationale Ökonomie, Ökonomie des Alterns, Wachstumsökonomie, Verteilungsökonomie, Ökonomie der Sozialsysteme.

    Einstellungsvoraussetzung:

    • Guter Master- oder Diplomabschluss in Volkswirtschaftslehre oder Mathematik (mit Nebenfach Volkswirtschaftslehre) zum Zeitpunkt des Stellenantritts;
    • Starkes Interesse      an      gesamtwirtschaftlichen       und      wirtschaftspolitischen Fragestellungen;
    • Freude am wissenschaftlichen Arbeiten, Eigeninitiative und Teamgeist;
    • Sehr gute Kenntnisse in Deutsch und English.

     

    Die Universität Freiburg/Schweiz ist eine dreisprachige Universität (D/F/E) und zeichnet sich durch ein internationales Umfeld und attraktive Arbeitsbedingungen mit kompetitiver Entlohnung aus. 

    Interessierte Personen, die über die erforderlichen Qualifikationen verfügen, werden gebeten, ihre Bewerbung zusammen mit einem detaillierten Lebenslauf, Zeugnissen und Referenzen bis zum 15. Mai 2023. einzureichen bei:
    Prof. Dr. Volker Grossmann, Lehrstuhl für Makroökonomie – Internationale Industrie- und Wachstumspolitik, Universität Freiburg, Bd. de Pérolles 90, CH-1700 Fribourg.

    Tel. +41 26 300 93 83, E-Mail: volker.grossmann@unifr.ch

    http:///www.unifr.ch/makro

  • Professor (tenured) in “Digital Communication and Datafication" associated with the position as chair of the Institute for Digital Communication and Media Innovation

    The Faculty of Management, Economics and Social Sciences of the University of Fribourg (Switzerland) invites applications for the full-time position of Professor (tenured) in “Digital Communication and Datafication". The professorship is with the Department of Communication and Media Research DCM and comes with one fully funded PhD position. Moreover, the successful candidate will chair the University’s “Institute for Digital Communication and Media Innovation” (IDCMI) in Chur and Fribourg that includes additional research positions. The main place of work is Chur; a regular presence in Fribourg including the attendance of meetings and events is required. The appointment begins in fall 2023.

    The professorship first requires a specialization in the digital transformation of media, communication, and the public sphere from a social scientific perspective. Research experience in a field like media innovation, journalism and/or media literacy is not mandatory, but would be of particular interest. Second, candidates should be familiar with digital social scientific research methods (quantitative methods like big data analysis and computational communication science as well as qualitative methods). Third, they should be able to offer critical perspectives on the datafication and platformization of communication as well as on the implications of these developments for individual users, media organizations, media markets, the communication of organizations and/or democratic society.

    Candidates must have completed a Ph.D. in communication studies or a closely related discipline (with proven experience in media and communication). They need a strong publication record (including peer-reviewed articles in international journals) as well as positively evaluated teaching experience in the required specialization. Given the expectation to chair the IDCMI, experience in acquiring competitive third-party research grants is required, leadership experience is desirable.

    Teaching takes place in Chur, Fribourg, and other locations in Switzerland. The teaching load is 6-7 hours per week and includes German and English language courses in the master program “Digital Communication and Creative Media Production” (jointly offered by the University of Fribourg and the University of Applied Sciences of the Grisons) and in the master program “Communication and Society” (offered by the University of Fribourg). The position thus requires proficiency in German and English. Administrative languages at the University of Fribourg are German and French. A passive knowledge of French is expected in the medium term.

    The University of Fribourg offers excellent working conditions and a competitive salary. Seeking to promote an equitable representation of women and men, the University strongly encourages applications from women. Having signed the DORA declaration, the University of Fribourg emphasizes qualitative assessment of academic achievement.

    Candidates should send their complete application in a single PDF file that includes

    • a cover letter describing their motivation and qualification for the position;
    • a CV including lists of their publications, presentations, teaching experience, research projects/ grants, and contribution to academic service (administrative duties);
    • teaching evaluations;
    • a one-page statement of current and future research interests (research statement);
    • a one-page statement with the candidate’s teaching philosophy (teaching statement);
    • the names of three professional references;
    • three academic papers recently published, forthcoming or under revision

    to the dean’s office (decanat-ses@unifr.ch) and to Ms. Jolanda Wehrli (jolanda.wehrli@unifr.ch), secretary at the DCM, until 17 January 2023

  • 4-year Post-Doc position at the Chair of Industrial Economics

    We are looking for a candidate with a strong interest in behavioral and experimental economics. The position is available as of September 1st 2022, but the starting date could be flexibly postponed until February 1st 2023.

     An interest in behavioral economics and experimental methods is required. The position is focused on conducting research and carries a limited teaching load. 50% of the position are financed through the University of Fribourg, the other 50% through a Swiss National Science Foundation grant on “Incentive Contracts with Nonstandard Beliefs and Errors in Statistical Reasoning.” The position includes a travel budget for participation in international conferences.

     Applicants should hold a Ph.D. in economics or a related field, preferably with a specialization in behavioral economics, organizational economics and /or empirical (experimental) methods.

     The University of Fribourg is located in the heart of Switzerland in a bilingual (German/French) environment. The salary is competitive (100% employment).  
    Interested candidates are asked to send their application by email, containing a motivation letter, a detailed CV as well as relevant educational records. The CV should contain a list of references.  Please submit your application until May 31st, 2022 to Prof. Holeger Herz holger.herz@unifr.ch Applications will be evaluated on a rolling basis. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Holger Herz via email.

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