Department of Business Administration, Chair of Mobility and Digital Innovation Management
PhD Position in Digital Innovation Management 60 %
Start of employment September 1, 2025, or earlier by agreement., temporaryThe University of Zurich invites applications for a PhD position in Digital Innovation Man-agement. The position is part of an ongoing research agenda examining how firms, plat-forms, and ecosystems in the digital economy develop strategies, processes, and capabilities to systematically and continuously generate innovation, particularly in mobility and transpor-tation. The PhD candidate will be enrolled in the PhD program at the Graduate School of Business, University of Zurich. The position provides the opportunity to contribute to high-quality academic research, engage with leading scholars and industry partners, and develop a strong publication record.
Your responsibilities
- conduct independent, high-impact research in digital innovation management, with a focus on mobility and transportation
- contribute to research projects in collaboration with academic and industry partners
- publish in high-quality academic journals and present at leading conferences
- participate in doctoral courses at the Graduate School of Business
- assist in teaching activities and contribute to the academic life of the institute
Your profile
We are looking for candidates with a strong commitment to an academic career, demon-strated through excellent academic performance and motivation for high-quality research.
To qualify, you must have:
To qualify, you must have:
- a university degree in Business Administration (at least magna cum laude), Econom-ics, or a closely related field (also at least magna cum laude). Alternatively, a degree in another discipline with a minor in Management, Business, or Economics (also at least magna cum laude)
- proven strong analytical skills and the ability to work with empirical research meth-ods
- a track record of excellence in academic writing and the ambition to publish in lead-ing academic journals
- excellent oral and written communication skills
- enthusiasm for working in an interdisciplinary team and engaging with international research networks
- previous experience in empirical research (e.g., a data-driven master's thesis) is a strong asset
- proficiency in German is an advantage but not a requirement
Information on your application
Please submit your application as a single PDF file including:- a letter of interest outlining your motivation and research interests
- your CV
- a writing sample (e.g., master's thesis)
- university transcripts
- contact details of two academic referees
Further inquiries can be directed to Prof. Dr. Anja Schulze anja.schulze@uzh.ch.
Why Zurich?
Zurich offers an excellent academic environment with strong research institutions, a high quality of life, and access to a broad professional and scholarly network. The University of Zurich provides a setting for ambitious scholars seeking to make a significant contribution to research in digital innovation.
We look forward to receiving your application!
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
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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!
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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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