Universität St. Gallen, HSG, Schule + Forschung

PhD Position in Entrepreneurship, SMEs & Family Business

📍 9000 St.Gallen

Role and responsibilities

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

Team / description

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.

Qualifications and Skills

  • 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