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One or two Assistant Professorships in
Risk Management and Insurance (100%)
The University of St.Gallen and its School of Management are seeking candidates for one or more assistant professorships in the field of Risk Management and Insurance. The triple accredited (AACSB, AMBA, EQUIS) university offers a stimulating research environment and a large network of partner companies. The position will be affiliated with the Institute of Insurance Economics (I.VW-HSG) which ranges among the topacademic institutions in Risk Management and Insurance worldwide.
Any research field in the area of Insurance Economics, Insurance Management and Risk Management is welcome. The new assistant professor will become part of a dynamic team with strong ties in the international Risk Management and Insurance community. Besides fundamental research, the position involves teaching in English. We are looking for a candidate with a recognised research track record in the leading journals in the field and excellent teaching skills.The appointment is for six years. The university can offer opportunities for promotions towards associate professorships.
We seek candidates per February 1
st 2021 or by mutual agreement. For further information, please contact Professor Dr. Klaus Möller, Chairman of the Search Committee and Dean of the School of Management (
facultyposition@unisg.ch). The application should include a cover letter (motivation for the position, description of teaching, research, and other academic activities), curriculum vitae, list of publications,identification of two publications/working papers that best represent your current research, and contact information for two professional references that we may contact if shortlisted for the position. Candidates should submit their application in electronic form (
www.unisg.ch/professorships) to the President of the University of St.Gallen, Professor Dr. Bernhard Ehrenzeller. The deadline for applications is July 31
st, 2020.
The University of St.Gallen is an equal opportunity and family friendly employer and supports dual career opportunities. We strongly encourage women to apply.

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