Research Associate in Logistics & Supply Chain Management (m/f/d)
Universität St. Gallen
St. Gallen
Key information
- Publication date:02 September 2025
- Workload:100%
- Place of work:St. Gallen
Job summary
Join the PSCM-HSG team at the University of St.Gallen! This is your chance to engage in innovative logistics and supply chain management projects.
Tasks
- Support research and practical projects in logistics & supply chain.
- Conduct analyses and connect findings with industry trends.
- Create presentations and assist in organizing workshops and events.
Skills
- Pursuing a degree in engineering, business, or related field.
- Strong analytical and conceptual skills are essential.
- Proficiency in German and English, and MS Office tools.
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At the Chair of Logistics and Supply Chain Management of the Institute for Production and Supply Chain Management ( PSCM-HSG ), positions as research assistants are to be filled immediately or by arrangement. We are looking for support in the following focus areas: Procurement, SC Finance, SC Planning, Supplier Performance Management.
You are enthusiastic about strategic and innovative topics around Logistics & Supply Chain Management alongside your studies? Then this position could be just right for you. Become part of our team and contribute at the interface between practice and science in innovative, challenging, and varied international practical and research projects. The PSCM-HSG team looks forward to your application!
Your tasks
- Support in the development and implementation of research and practical projects in the field of Logistics & Supply Chain Management
- Research and analysis: preparation of scientific findings and linking with specific requirements and industry trends
- Data and market analyses as well as development of frameworks, concepts, and strategies for real-world problems
- Preparation of presentations, reports, and concept papers for internal and external stakeholders
- Support in the preparation of teaching materials (or similar)
- Organization and support of workshops, project meetings, and events as well as coordination with project partners
Your profile
- Advanced studies in (business) engineering, business administration/economics, or comparable degree programs with above-average grades
- Strong interest and initial experience in research and practical topics
- Quick comprehension, analytical and conceptual skills
- Independent, careful, and structured way of working
- Very good German and English skills in spoken and written form as well as confident handling of common MS Office applications
"A place that creates knowledge" - As one of the leading business universities in Europe, the University of St.Gallen (HSG) is committed to educating over 10,000 students and offers an attractive and innovative environment in research, teaching, continuing education, and administration to around 3,500 employees as one of the largest employers in the region."
