Department of Business Administration, Chair of Mobility and Digital Innovation Management
PhD Position in Innovation Management 60 - 100 %
Start of employment September 1, 2025, or by mutual agreementThe 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
- 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.
What we offer
Work-Life Balance
Learning and Development
Food
Healthcare
Discounts
Conditions of Employment
International Services
Campuses
- Flexible working models (such as part-time positions, mobile working, job-sharing)
- Childcare at the kihz foundation of UZH and ETH
Learning and Development
- Wide range of continuing education courses of UZH and the Canton of Zurich
- Language Center run jointly with ETH Zurich
Food
- Food and drinks at reduced prices in the UZH cafeterias
- Lunch-Check-card with UZH contribution
Healthcare
- Special conditions on the Academic Sports Association ASVZ
- Free seasonal flu vaccinations
- Rest and relaxation at the quiet room in the university tower
Discounts
- Private traffic: Carsharing, rent a vehicle, parking space
- Digitalization: Hardware, software, mobile phone subscriptions
- Special conditions on hotel reservations
Conditions of Employment
- Policies of the UZH
- Most UZH staff are employed according to public law
International Services
- Support for people from outside Switzerland
Campuses
- Campuses Zurich City, Zurich Irchel, Oerlikon and Schlieren
- Sites Zurich West, Old Botanical Garden, Botanical Garden and Lengg
What we offer
Location
Further information
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Working at UZH
The University of Zurich, Switzerland's largest university, offers a range of attractive positions in various subject areas and professional fields. With around 10,000 employees and currently 12 professional apprenticeship streams the University offers an inspiring working environment on cutting-edge research and top-class education. Put your talent and skills to work with us. Find out more about UZH as an employer!
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The University of Zurich, Switzerland's largest university, offers a range of attractive positions in various subject areas and professional fields. With around 10,000 employees and currently 12 professional apprenticeship streams the University offers an inspiring working environment on cutting-edge research and top-class education. Put your talent and skills to work with us. Find out more about UZH as an employer!
More → https://www.uzh.ch/cmsssl/en/explore/work.html
Working at UZH
The University of Zurich, Switzerland's largest university, offers a range of attractive positions in various subject areas and professional fields. With around 10,000 employees and currently 12 professional apprenticeship streams the University offers an inspiring working environment on cutting-edge research and top-class education. Put your talent and skills to work with us. Find out more about UZH as an employer!
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