PhD Position in Ukrainian Studies (m/w/d)
Your tasks
- The PhD candidate will conduct independent research in Ukrainian studies, based on the academic disciplines cultural history, history, literary studies, or sociology.
- As a member of our international research team, the PhD candidate will actively participate in collaborative projects, workshops, and conferences, and will be expected to engage in scholarly exchange across disciplines and national boundaries.
- Additional tasks include presenting research findings to both academic and non-academic audiences, contributing to joint publications, and supporting the overall intellectual environment of the Department.
What We Offer:
- A 3–year funded PhD position
- Integration into a dynamic, interdisciplinary research team
- Opportunities for international research and conference participation
Your profile
Required Qualifications
- Excellent academic record (M.A. in a relevant discipline with a minimum 5.0 Swiss Grading System)
- Excellent writing and communication skills in English
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Applicants must meet the formal admission requirements for the Ph.D. Programme in Organization Studies and Cultural Theory at the University of St.Gallen. Detailed information on these criteria is available on the official programme website: Admission to the Ph.D. programme in Organisation Studies and Cultural Theory (DOK)
How to Apply Please submit the following documents:
- PhD Proposal (up to 3 pages) outlining the research question(s), relevant literature, concepts, methodology, sources, and rationale for the proposed project with
- Cover letter
- CV, including academic background and relevant experience
- One writing sample (e.g. MA thesis chapter or article)
- Names and contact details of two academic referees
Deadline for applications: 15 November 2025 Inquiries should be sent to:
alexander.meienberger@unisg.ch
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.
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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 10'000 students. The HSG is one of the largest employers in the region and provides an attractive and innovative environment for more than 3'500 researchers, educators and professional staff.
