PhD Position in Entrepreneurship, SMEs & Family Business (m/f/d)

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The Swiss Institute of Small Business and Entrepreneurship (KMU-HSG) at the University of St.Gallen is one of Europe's leading research institutes in entrepreneurship, SMEs, and family business. With around 50 employees and a community of approximately 10 PhD students, the institute offers a collaborative, internationally oriented research environment. The University of St.Gallen is consistently ranked in the top 10 European business schools by the Financial Times.

Recent graduates supervised by the institute leadership have gone on to faculty positions at Tilburg University, University of Melbourne, Stockholm School of Economics, emlyon business school, TU Munich, WHU Otto Beisheim School of Management, and the University of Bern.

Positions are fully funded with an annual salary in line with HSG guidelines.

More details at: https://kmu.unisg.ch/en/the-institute/about-us/phd-recruiting/

For logistical purposes, we prefer applications to be submitted via this platform, but if you have already applied by email to the address listed on the institute website, your application will be treated equally and this has no negative impact on your chances.

We look forward to receiving your application!

Please submit the following documents online:

• CV
• Bachelor's and Master's transcripts
• Statement of purpose (1–2 pages)
• One-page outline of a research project idea that might be pursued in the PhD
• If available, GMAT/GRE score report (optional)
• For job-related questions: Prof. Dr. Henrik Lekkas, E-Mail schreiben

• Lead independent research as part of a cumulative dissertation (3–4 papers)
• Actively participate in seminars, workshops, and internal feedback sessions
• Contribute to institute through teaching assistance and academic tasks
• Collaborate with faculty members on joint research projects
• Present research findings at international conferences

• Master's degree
• Strong academic record, typically within the top 25% of your cohort
• Evidence of research potential (e.g. thesis, RA experience, empirical project work)
• Aspiring academic career with focus on entrepreneurship, SMEs, or family business

"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.