Assistant Professor, tenure track (qualification agreement) (ID 1988)

10 Jan 2024
Job Information

Organisation/Company

WU (Vienna University of Economics and Business)

Department

Institute for International Business

Research Field

Economics » International economics

Researcher Profile

Recognised Researcher (R2)

Country

Austria

Application Deadline

7 Feb 2024 - 23:59 (Europe/Vienna)

Type of Contract

Temporary

Job Status

Full-time

Hours Per Week

40

Offer Starting Date

1 Oct 2024

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by an EU programme

Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Offer Description

You are interested in topics at the intersection between digital transformation and international business (IB) topics? You want to kick-start your academic career at one of the largest and most vibrant IB institutes in Europe? We are looking for support at the

Institute for International Business
Fulltime, 40 hours/week
Flexible starting date (earliest by October 1st, 2024; latest start by March 1st, 2025), and ending after 6 years

A qualification agreement can be concluded after a contract duration of two years (§ 27 of the Collective Bargaining Agreement). Pursuant to WU’s Personnel Development Plan, this position can only be fixed-term for up to six years. Once all objectives agreed upon in the qualification agreement have been fulfilled, the employment relationship can be made permanent. Employees who have successfully completed a qualification agreement are classified as associate professors. From an organizational regulation perspective they belong to the group of professors. Three years after successful completion of the qualification agreement, they are entitled to apply for promotion to full professor according to the By-Laws of WU § 43a.

What to expect

For firms with international operations, the digital transformation is a massive source of change. It offers enormous potential for informing managerial decision-making for example regarding how to approach and serve foreign markets (e.g. by using digital platform-based business models), to manage foreign subsidiaries, to select innovative startups for collaboration, or to govern and optimize cross-border flows of capital, products, and knowledge (e.g. by applying AI/ machine learning). It also comes with significant challenges including the acquisition of analytical capabilities to make effective use of large amounts of information or the ability to collaborate with AI tools.

Join us in working on these topics and profit from the many research funding opportunities at WU and the institute (some of which are related to the well-funded project “Headquarters in Austria”), the existing corporate partner base, a diverse team, an international research network at top tier universities, a transparent tenure and career path, and a competitive package.

The holder of the tenure track position is expected to

• complement and strengthen the existing research foci of the Institute for International Business (Team Nell) by investigating the impact of the digital transformation on the behavior, strategy, and structure of internationalizing or internationally operating managers and firms.
• develop a strong international reputation in research by publishing in top tier outlets in line with the Department’s list of leading international journals.
• participate actively in international conferences and present and discuss research with scholars around the world.
• collaborate on existing research projects, for example on culture and its influence on the use of AI in decision making, or on problem solving processes involving AI/machine learning systems. Most projects involve quantitative data and many include experimental designs. Some of the projects are conducted with top corporate partners and organizations such as the United Nations.
• teach four courses per year (total of 90 contact hours per year) in WU’s Digital Economy Master program as well as in other programs of the department such as the CEMS Master or the Bachelor program on International Business. Thereby, profit from a highly motivated and engaged student base.
• supervise Bachelor and Master theses; co-supervise PhD students
• support external funding and third mission activities

What you have to offer

By the start of the position, the successful applicant

has a PhD (or equivalent) in Business, Economics or a related field. Candidates can be in the last phase of their PhD, have recently finished their PhD, or already have some experience as post-docs/Assistant Professors.

must either have completed the PhD or doctoral program outside of Austria or must have completed at least one year of documented academic work experience as a post-doctoral researcher outside of Austria.

possesses a proven interest in the areas of International Business, International Management, or Global Strategy (particularly digital transformation and MNC organizational structures, AI and its influence on decision making; digital transformation and problem solving; digital transformation and research methods in international business)

possesses strong quantitative skills (e.g. such as econometrics or experimental methods) and an interest in applying these skills in the context of high quality academic research in the field of International Business, International Management, or Global Strategy

should be on his or her way to establish an international reputation as a researcher and have a clear research agenda

should be able to document that s/he is well connected in the international academic community in International Business, International Management, or Global Strategy.

possesses strong communication skills in English, which allows him/her to communicate effectively with academic as well as with non-academic stakeholders such as practitioners and policy makers

has published at least one publication in a high quality outlet (at least level 4 according to ABS)

has a strong track record of excellence in teaching in English

has teaching experience at the intersection between the digital transformation and International Business, International Management, or Global Strategy. You also have experience in using multimedia teaching and learning formats or are at least willing to learn such skills.

has acquired or significantly contributed to acquiring third-party funds

has contributed to the third mission of his/her institution.

possesses the ability to work independently, while also being a good team player!

German language skills are not required but a plus. Non-German speaking applicants are expected to acquire knowledge of workable German.

Required submission materials:

Cover letter

C.V.

Job market paper

Additional papers (optional)

Research statement including external funding

Teaching statement including teaching evaluations

Third mission/Outreach statement

In case of questions, please do not hesitate to contact Prof. Dr. Phillip Nell ([email protected] ).

What we offer you

• Inspiring campus life with over 2,400 employees in research, teaching, and administration and approximately 21,500 students
• A modern campus with spectacular architecture in the heart of Vienna
• Excellent accessibility by public transportation
• Meaningful work in an open-minded, inclusive, and family-friendly environment
• Flexible working hours
• A wide range of benefits, from an in-house medical officer to athletic activities and a meal allowance to a variety of employee discounts

Curious? Visit our website and find out more at www.wu.ac.at/benefits .

The minimum monthly gross salary amounts to €4,351.90 (14 times per year). This salary may be adjusted based on equivalent prior work experience. In addition, we offer a wide range of attractive social benefits.

Do you want to join the WU team?
Then please submit your application by February 07, 2024 under www.wu.ac.at/jobs (ID 1988).
We are looking forward to hearing from you!

Requirements

Research Field

Economics » International economics

Education Level

PhD or equivalent

Additional Information
Work Location(s)

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

WU (Vienna University of Economics and Business)

Country

Austria

City

Wien, Austria

Postal Code

1020

Street

Welthandelsplatz 1

Geofield

Where to apply

Website

https://www.wu.ac.at/karriere/arbeiten-an-der-wu/jobangebote?yid=1988&af=1&agid…

Contact

City

Vienna

Website

http://www.wu.ac.at/

Street

Welthandelsplatz 1

Postal Code

1020

STATUS: EXPIRED