Phd Position in Economic Geography - Bern, Schweiz - Universität Bern

Universität Bern

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Bern, Schweiz

vor 2 Wochen

Geschrieben von:

Lena Schneider

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Beschreibung

A PhD position is available at the Institute of Geography of the University of Bern in the Unit Economic Geography.

The work of the
Unit Economic Geography focuses on research in the areas of regional development and sustainability, entrepreneurship and (social) innovation, structural changes in urban as well as rural and mountainous regions, diverse economies and postgrowth.

We have a strong policy orientation and work regularly with national and international policymakers. You can find more information about the group here.

The
University of Bern has more than 19'000 students and offers a full range of fields of studies. For more information about the University as an employer, please visit this link.

Bern and the Bernese Oberland boast a high quality of life and offer numerous amenities such as urban swimming, hiking, skiing, etc.

The position

Starting date:
February 2024

Workplace:
Institute of Geography, University of Bern
The salary is according to guidelines of the University of Bern

Tasks

Writing a PhD thesis based on empirical research and preparation of publications
Development of a personal doctoral project, planning and implementation of the empirical research (mainly qualitative)
Participation in national and international conferences
Support of the group's research, teaching, and administrative activities

Requirements:

An aboveaverage Master's degree in geography or in a closely related discipline (economics, sociology, history, political sciences, anthropology, etc.)
Very good written and spoken English and German
Strong motivation for research
A residence in Switzerland or the willingness to move to Switzerland
Reliability and ability to work in an international team

We offer

An attractive, collaborative and international work and research environment
An inspiring research team that cares for a healthy working environment
Intensive and supportive doctoral supervision
The opportunity to develop and implement an innovative research project
Opportunities to present at national and international conferences and workshops
Network with scholars and practitioners
Opportunities to develop skills in advanced research methods, analysis and writing, teaching and supervision, and teamwork
Diverse opportunities to develop transferable skills through continuing education
Salary according to the guidelines of the University of Bern
High quality of life in Bern, Switzerland
Letter of motivation
Curriculum vitae with up to 2 references
BA and MA transcripts or reports
Sample of your written work (Master thesis or a chapter of the thesis, seminar paper)
1page proposal about a possible doctoral project