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                Postdoctoral position studying technology emergence open at Aalto University,
<br>Helsinki:
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<br>Aalto University is a community of bold thinkers where science and art meet
<br>technology and business. We are committed to identifying and solving grand
<br>societal challenges and building an innovative future. Aalto has six schools
<br>with nearly 11 000 students and a staff of more than 4000, of which 400 are
<br>professors. Our main campus is located in Espoo, Finland.
<br>
<br>Aalto University School of Business is the leading business school in Finland,
<br>and one of the leading school in Europe. The School of Business is an
<br>innovative and lively community of about 3500 students and 400 members of
<br>faculty and staff.
<br>Aalto University School of Business invites applications for
<br>
<br>POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCHER IN ORGANIZATION AND MANAGEMENT
<br>Academy of Finland project "Quantum Computing - from Labs to Markets" (2
<br>years)
<br>Are you excited to explore the emergence of technologies that will have a
<br>major future impact? Do you have robust experience in collecting and analyzing
<br>major qualitative datasets, and strive for high-quality research?
<br>The Department of Management Studies at Aalto University School of Business
<br>seeks applications for a two-year position as a Postdoctoral Researcher in
<br>Organization and Management subject. The start date is between 1 February and
<br>30 April 2020 (the date is to an extent negotiable). The position is in the
<br>Academy of Finland project studying the transition of quantum computing from
<br>labs to markets (2019-2023).
<br>The project focuses on the socio-economic aspects of market emergence for
<br>quantum computing, and the related science and technology. A prior
<br>understanding of quantum computing or quantum physics is not expected - the
<br>research team led by Prof. Nina Granqvist will support and train the candidate
<br>in developing the suitable subject knowledge during the project.
<br>We expect the candidate to have a demonstrated ability to conduct qualitative
<br>data collection and analysis independently. Candidates with prior empirical
<br>and conceptual understanding of technology and/or market emergence and
<br>development are prioritized. Knowledge of the relevant literatures in
<br>organization theory (e.g. institutional theory, sociology of markets,
<br>socio-materiality, micro-social approaches), the sociology of science and
<br>technology, or technology strategy are considered important. Moreover, a
<br>suitable candidate has ambition to develop as a scholar, and to conduct high
<br>quality research with the aim to publish in the best management journals.
<br>Evidence of publishing skills is a merit. The position is associated with a
<br>very moderate teaching load - one course per year.
<br>We look for scholars who are completing, or have completed within the past
<br>four years, their doctoral studies in a relevant field of study. The position
<br>requires fluent skills in the English language. Additional language skills are
<br>a merit. The post-doctoral researcher is required to be in residence for the
<br>duration of the appointment.
<br>We offer
<br>The postdoctoral scholar joins an engaged research team consisting of
<br>post-doctoral researchers, doctoral candidates, and the principal investigator
<br>with experience on technology and market emergence as well as publishing in
<br>the leading journals. The project is well on the way, providing a great
<br>setting to learn and to contribute. Moreover, we offer the opportunity to
<br>collect data and participate in events abroad, and an opportunity for research
<br>stays in our partner organizations in Europe and US.
<br>The scholar joins a group of highly motivated and productive scholars. As one
<br>of the leading management departments in Europe, The Department of Management
<br>provides a great environment for academic development. The department
<br>comprises several very competitive groups of organization theory, strategy,
<br>organizational behavior, and sustainability management researchers who publish
<br>in leading management journals such as AMJ, AMR, ASQ, SMJ, Organization
<br>Science, and Organization Studies, among others. Moreover, the department has
<br>a lively, international research community with numerous doctoral students and
<br>post-doctoral researchers from several countries. The working language is
<br>English. For more information, please see:
<br>http://management.aalto.fi.
<br>Salary is approximately 50.000 euros per annum. Aalto University also provides
<br>health care benefits.
<br>Finland is known for high quality of life, great work-life balance, clean
<br>nature, and family-friendly policies such as affordable high-quality daycare
<br>and free education. Helsinki is a vibrant international city with a
<br>metropolitan area population of over 1.1 million people.
<br>How to apply
<br>Please submit your application through Aalto Universitys electronic
<br>recruitment system SAIMA no later than on 15.12.2019. You can find the link to
<br>the application form here:
<br>https://www.aalto.fi/en/open-positions/postdoctoral-reseacher-in-organization
<br>-and-management-0
<br>Provide the following attachments in your application:
<br>       Letter of motivation, containing a section that explicates your prior
<br>experience on qualitative data collection and analysis as well as the key
<br>literatures you have used, and your other relevant experience for this
<br>position
<br>       Curriculum Vitae, including a list of publications (with the most
<br>significant publications highlighted)
<br>       A selected research paper or a similar writing sample
<br>       Names and contact information for two references
<br>All application materials should be submitted in English. Please refer to the
<br>title of the position concerned in your application.
<br>Further Information
<br>For further information, please contact Professor Nina Granqvist,
<br>nina.granqvist@aalto.fi (or for questions relating to the recruitment process,
<br>HR Coordinator Kristina Mustonen, kristina.mustonen@aalto.fi).
<br>Aalto University reserves the right for justified reasons to leave the
<br>position open, to extend the application period and to consider candidates who
<br>have not submitted applications during the application period.
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