Description
A postdoctoral position is being offered at ESCP Business School Berlin within the Say Institute for Innovation and Entrepreneurial Transformation. The position is aimed at early-career researchers with a specialization in (corporate) entrepreneurship and/or innovation. This opportunity is being made available by one of the world’s oldest and most respected business schools, known for its academic excellence and European presence across six campuses.
Responsibilities
About the Role:
The selected candidate will take on two core responsibilities:
- Project Management at the Say Institute:
The institute's strategic initiatives will be led, managed, and coordinated by the postdoc, who will also handle operational and administrative tasks. Internal and external stakeholder engagement across local, national, and international ecosystems will be expected. Support will be provided by the institute’s Academic Director, Prof. Dr. René Mauer. - Leadership of a Flagship Survey-Based Research Project:
A large-scale annual research study involving 200+ European corporations will be designed, implemented, and overseen. Topics such as entrepreneurial leadership, corporate venturing, digitization, and sustainability will be explored. The project will be guided under the supervision of Prof. Dr. Matthias Mrożewski. Dissemination through publications, conferences, and practitioner outlets will be facilitated.
Qualification
Eligibility Criteria:
Applicants are expected to demonstrate:
- A completed (or near completion) PhD in entrepreneurship, innovation, technology management, or a related field
- Preferably 2+ years of professional experience (consulting, founding, or project management)
- An entrepreneurial mindset and a proactive, team-oriented attitude
Fluency in German and English, Excellent communication and organizational skills
What Will Be Provided:
- An internationally reputed academic environment and infrastructure
- Collaborative work with three leading professors and 10+ PhD researchers
- Opportunities for engagement across ESCP’s European campuses in London, Paris, Madrid, Torino, and Warsaw
- No mandatory teaching obligations
- A collegial and growth-oriented team culture
Application Process:
Applications (motivation letter, CV, and transcripts as a single PDF) must be submitted via the official application portal:
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Applications should be addressed to:
Barbara Lutz
Say Institute for Innovation and Entrepreneurial Transformation
ESCP Business School Berlin
Heubnerweg 8–10, 14059 Berlin, Germany
