Senior Researcher and Lecturer in the Area of Circular Economy and Sustainable Business Models 60 - 100 % | ZHAW Zürcher Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften

Senior Researcher and Lecturer in the Area of Circular Economy and Sustainable Business Models 60 - 100 %

Transitioning to a circular economy is crucial for meeting the sustainability challenges we are facing in today's world. Are you passionate about supporting companies, educating our future managers, and conducting research to support this transition? Support our team with your knowledge and experience!

School: School of Management and Law

Starting date: Immediately or by mutual agreement

We are looking for two senior researchers and lecturers in the area of circular economy who have an understanding of what circular economy means for business and is able to translate that into effective research and teaching.

• Research and publication: You will carry out independent research and publish your findings in relevant journals. In your research, you will deal with current issues in the circular economy and contribute to the development of the field.
• Research projects: You will apply for research grants, lead research projects or support the Center in doing so.
• Teaching and continuing education: You will teach and (co-)develop courses in the broader field of circular economy at bachelor, master and executive level.
• Advice and expertise: You are available as an expert on circular economy issues and advise both internal and external stakeholders. You will contribute your specialist knowledge to discussion groups, specialist conferences and consultations.
• Interdisciplinary collaboration: You will work closely with colleagues from the Center and other specialist areas to develop innovative solutions for the complex issues of the circular economy.
• PhD in business, engineering, social or natural sciences, or several years of practical and academic experience in the area of circular economy and/or sustainability
• A background in circular economy/sustainability with a focus on business related questions (e.g., new business models for the circular economy, technology and innovation, life cycle analysis)
• Experience in teaching to different audiences, demonstrated by evaluations with consistently high ratings
• Proven track record in successfully managing industry-academia collaboration, e.g., through work with corporate partners on joint research projects or funding initiatives
• Leadership skills, communication skills and entrepreneurial spirit
• Excellent communication skills in English are essential; a good knowledge of German is a plus

Candidates should send an electronic application, including an application letter, a curriculum vitae, a written sample of recent scientific work (e.g., journal article, PhD thesis, etc.) and the names of two referees.

Consideration of applications is ongoing and it will continue until the position is filled. Although all applications will be acknowledged, only those that make the shortlist will be contacted.

Zurich University of Applied Sciences ZHAW is one of Switzerland's largest multidisciplinary universities of applied sciences, with over 14'000 students and 3'400 faculty and staff.

ZHAW is committed to gender-mixed and diverse teams in order to promote equality, diversity and innovation.

The ZHAW School of Management and Law (SML) is one of the largest business schools in Switzerland with around 9,500 students. It is the only university of applied sciences in the country that is included in renowned rankings published by the business newspaper “Financial Times" and is accredited by AACSB and EQUIS – labels for high quality standards in teaching, research and further education.

The internationally recognized bachelor's and master's degree programs, cooperative PhD programs and the numerous continuing education offerings are scientifically sound, interdisciplinary and practice oriented. The SML maintains numerous collaborations with over 190 selected partner universities worldwide.

The Center for Corporate Responsibility (CCR) deals with questions relating to corporate responsibility and sustainability management. Our purpose is to advance and disseminate knowledge that helps students, leaders, companies, and other stakeholders to become more ethical, responsible and sustainable. We develop practically relevant strategies and tools, assist companies in their conception and implementation, and provide specialist training. In dealing with interdisciplinary topics, we cooperate with specialists from other departments and other ZHAW schools, as well as with partner universities and business partners in Switzerland and abroad.

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Prof. Marco Clemente

Co-Head Center for Corporate Responsibility