Doctoral Students in Production Management (m/w/d)
Your tasks
Apply to two top institutions with one application! The Chair of POM at ETH Zurich and ITEM at HSG both conduct empirical and innovative production management research with high relevance and impact. For these positions, we are looking for candidates interested in completing a doctorate at the intersection of industry and academia. Candidates can expect close cooperation with industry partners and cross-institutional exchange and cooperation.
We are looking for candidates interested in one or several of the following topics:
- Global Operations. Configuration, coordination, and improvement of global production networks, incl. geopolitical issues and supply resilience.
- Operational Excellence. Lean, quality management, sustainability, and change management from the shopfloor to strategic initiatives.
- Behavioral Operations. The role of humans in human-technology cooperation, knowledge management, and the operator of the future.
- Smart Manufacturing. Application of digitalization, machine learning, analytics, and other Industry 4.0 technologies in manufacturing.
We offer regular research associate positions with a competitive salary in accordance with ETH standards at ETH Zurich and with HSG standards at HSG. The candidates will be involved in teaching and supervision activities at their respective home institutions. The candidate should indicate their preference for the home institution.
There is flexibility concerning the starting date to accommodate the selected candidate's availability. The average duration for a doctoral student at ITEM and POM is four years. The contract is limited.
Your profile
- are close to completion of or hold a Master's degree from a recognized university
- have a background in operations or supply chain management, production engineering, industrial engineering, mechanical engineering, applied analytics, economics, business administration, or related fields
- are familiar with production and operations management and have a passion for manufacturing
- would be highly motivated by the opportunity to collaborate with one or several industrial partners
- are highly motivated, self-driven, and have a track record of excellent performance
- have some background in statistics and data analysis or aptitude in qualitative research methods
- possess first-rate oral and written English skills and an interest in writing. Proficiency in German is a plus but not a requirement
- have first or broad experience in industry through consulting or industry internships
Applications must be submitted through ETH's online application portal. Please note that we only ask for one application addressed to both institutions. Please submit the following documents:
- a statement of motivation and research interests addressed to both Prof. Netland and Prof. Friedli (1-2 pages)
- a CV
- transcripts of all obtained degrees (in English or German)
- if applicable, grade transcripts of to-be-completed degrees
- a writing sample (usually an extract from the Master's thesis or an article)
- any reference letters or contact details of referees
We encourage early applications as we may fill the positions with early applicants. We look forward to receiving your application!
Deadlines: First deadline 30.11.2024; Second deadline 1.2.2025.
Questions regarding the position should be directed to Dr. Oliver von Dzengelevski at ETH Zurich (olivervdz@ethz.ch) and Dr. Mark Grothkopp (mark.grothkopp@unisg.ch) at HSG (only via email, no applications).
The Institute of Technology Management (ITEM) was founded in 1989 with the support of the "Foundation for the Promotion of Technology Management, Technology Policy and Technology Transfer". The institute operates a research program, focussing predominantly on the development of problem and application orientated research concepts. The institute uses the "St.Gallen Navigators" as a holistic reference framework. The research program has been continuously improved since its establishment. The institute maintains close links to industry through intense collaboration with Swiss and European organisations by means of major research and consulting projects. Research results from publications and theses flow directly into courses while students can develop real world research through collaboration in the institute's industry projects.
Inspirational Work Environment
Executive Education
Network
Family & Career
Equal Opportunities
Fit and Healthy
Inspirational Work Environment
At the HSG, as Europe's leading business university, we operate in an entrepreneurial environment where you will meet highly qualified, ambitious experts - both regionally and internationally. For example, you benefit from a modern IT infrastructure and, in our library via HSGswisscovery, from nationwide access to the wealth of scientific information available.
Executive Education
We support internal and external executive education opportunities. Our internal executive education programme offers you a practical, dedicated and didactically mature transfer of knowledge in the form of seminars, e-learning, coaching and collegial advice. We support task-specific external training and executive education financially as well as with regard to the time required.
Network
We promote our culture of cross-functional collaboration and create space for forging valuable relationships - also with external partners. Regular exchanges and internal events help to strengthen these relationships and make them long-lasting.
Family & Career
We provide our employees with flexible work time models with a variable number of hours per week. As a family-friendly employer, we offer part-time positions, 16 weeks of maternity leave and a subsidised crèche, as well as support with childcare during the vacations.
Equal Opportunities
The University enables equal opportunities for all employees and students. This applies to degree courses and work, as well as academic careers, university management positions and the reconciliation of studies, work and private commitments. We are committed to this with various measures in the areas of teaching, research, administration and the Presidency.
Fit and Healthy
We help you stay fit and healthy. In addition to our diverse range of sports activities at the university, most of which are free of charge, and campaign weeks for corporate health management, we also offer you fruit in the workplace. In our canteen you will find a wide selection of freshly prepared meals - from vegetarian to fish dishes - at discounted prices.
Further information on working at the HSG can be found here.
For job-related questions
Project Leader & Post Doc
mark.grothkopp@unisg.ch
"We are looking for dedicated support with the motivation to make a difference."
Lecturer at the Department of Management, Technology, and Economics (ETH)
"Applications must be submitted through ETH's online application portal."
Your place of work
University of St.Gallen
«A place where knowledge is created» - As one of Europe's leading universities of economics and business administration, the University of St.Gallen (HSG), Switzerland, is committed to the education of over 9800 students. The HSG is one of the largest employers in the region and provides an attractive and innovative environment for more than 3300 researchers, educators and professional staff.
