PhD Student in Supply Chain Management
Fribourg
Key information
- Publication date:02 December 2025
- Workload:100%
- Contract type:Unlimited employment
- Place of work:Fribourg
Job summary
The University of Fribourg is seeking a PhD candidate in supply chain management. This role offers a chance to engage in impactful research within a supportive environment.
Tasks
- Conduct research on humanitarian and sustainable supply chains.
- Collaborate with UN organizations and NGOs on diverse projects.
- Teach and support students at the bachelor's and master's levels.
Skills
- Master's in supply chain management, logistics, or related field required.
- Strong motivation for empirical research with industry partners.
- Fluency in French and English; other languages are a plus.
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Particularity
The newly created supply chain management group (Prof. Nathan Kunz) within the Department of Computer Science at the University of Fribourg invites interested individuals to apply for a PhD position focused on humanitarian and/or sustainable supply chain management. The position is funded for a maximum duration of 5 years and offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to high-impact research.
What we offer
A fully funded PhD position (up to 5 years) with a competitive salary
The opportunity to participate in research projects with United Nations organizations, NGOs, multi-stakeholder initiatives, or companies in sectors such as cocoa, coffee, and textiles
Support to attend international conferences and collaborate with leading experts through our academic and professional network
An excellent working and living environment in the bilingual city of Fribourg
Field of activity
The selected candidate will conduct rigorous and practice-oriented research in the field of humanitarian and/or sustainable supply chain management, using quantitative and qualitative methods. They will contribute to ongoing and newly developed research projects, publish their results in high-quality academic journals, and work towards obtaining their PhD. Specific research topics will be defined collaboratively, taking into account the interests and skills of the selected candidate, as well as alignment with the group's research priorities.
Furthermore, the PhD student will participate in teaching activities at the bachelor and master levels, including leading exercise sessions, supervising student projects, and assisting with administrative tasks.
Requirements
Master's degree in supply chain management, logistics, management, international business, computer science, or a closely related field
Strong motivation and aptitude for empirical research in collaboration with industry partners
Fluency in French and English (spoken and written), other languages are an asset
Authorization to work in Switzerland
Language requirements
French
Other: English
Start date:
- 01.02.2026 or date to be agreed upon
Contact information:
Prof. Dr Nathan Kunz
nathan.kunz@bfh.ch
Application deadline:
20.12.2025
Submission address:
stephanie.fasel@unifr.ch
About the company
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