PhD Candidate in AI and Strategy / PhD Candidate in AI and Strategy

PhD Position in AI and Strategy

100%, Zurich, fixed-term

We are excited to announce a fully funded PhD position at the Chair of Strategic Management and Innovation (SMI), ETH Zurich. This position is part of a SNSF-funded research project focused on the role of artificial intelligence in strategy, exploring how AI can transform and support strategic processes within organizations.

Job Description

The Chair of Strategic Management and Innovation offers an inspiring, team-based research environment with a dynamic and international group of researchers. Our team boasts a strong track record of publishing in leading journals such as Academy of Management Journal, Management Science, Organization Science, Strategic Management Journal, and Harvard Business Review.

You will be expected to produce a dissertation project typically consisting of at least three high-quality papers aimed at top-tier journals. The position provides close supervision and collaboration with leading faculty and senior researchers, along with access to ETH Zurich's excellent research infrastructure and a robust international network of collaborators.

Position Details

• Institution: ETH Zurich, Department of Management, Technology, and Economics (D-MTEC)
• Chair: Strategic Management and Innovation (Prof. Dr. Georg von Krogh)
• Start Date: Flexible; applications reviewed on a rolling basis
• Funding: Fully funded PhD position (up to 4 years)

Profile

Inclusion Criteria (only applications meeting these criteria will be considered):

• Master's degree in Management or a related discipline (e.g., Management Engineering, Management Information Systems, Business Administration, Economics with a management focus)
• Graduation within the last two years
• Proficiency in German (spoken and written)
• Proven track record of strong academic performance
• Outstanding performance in the Master’s thesis or equivalent demonstration of research potential
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in interdisciplinary teams

Additional Qualifications Considered an Advantage:

• Knowledge or practical experience with AI, particularly in business or organizational contexts
• Previous consulting or industry experience in strategy or management

What We Offer

• The opportunity to conduct cutting-edge research in a highly relevant and rapidly evolving field
• Supervision and collaboration with leading faculty and senior researchers at ETH Zurich
• An inspiring, international, and supportive research environment
• A dissertation project consisting of at least three papers aimed at top-tier journals
• Access to ETH Zurich's excellent research infrastructure and strong international collaborations
• Competitive salary and employment conditions according to ETH Zurich regulations

We Value Diversity

In line with our values, ETH Zurich promotes an inclusive culture. We encourage equality of opportunity, value diversity, and nurture a working and learning environment where the rights and dignity of all staff and students are respected. Visit our Equal Opportunities and Diversity website to see how we ensure a fair and open environment that allows everyone to grow and flourish.

Curious? So Are We!

Apply online using the form below. Only applications matching the job profile will be considered. For more details, visit our website. For inquiries related to the position, please contact Dr. Ann-Kristin Weiser via email at aweiser@ethz.ch.

About ETH Zurich

ETH Zurich is one of the world’s leading universities specializing in science and technology. We are renowned for our excellent education, cutting-edge fundamental research, and effective transfer of new knowledge into society. Over 30,000 people from more than 120 countries find our university to be a place that promotes independent thinking and inspires excellence. Located in the heart of Europe while forging connections globally, we collaborate to develop solutions for the challenges of today and tomorrow.