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Swarovski Crystal Chair in Multi-Cultural Brand Research
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Position opening: Swarovski Crystal Chair in Multi-Cultural Brand Research, Innsbruck University School of Management, Austria
The Department of Strategic Management, Marketing and Tourism at Innsbruck University School of Management invites applications for the newly created Swarovski Crystal Chair in Multi-Cultural Brand Research, effective winter 2008.
The successful candidate will be expected to teach in the Major “Multicultural Branding” of the “Strategic Management” master program and also play an important role in the doctoral program of the School of Management. Close cooperation with other members of the department, the school, and the sponsor of the chair is expected.
The candidate will exhibit a willingness to conduct research in the area of multi-cultural branding, e.g. the development of brands as socio-cultural phenomena in multi-cultural environments. With high sensitivity for diverse approaches, the ideal person cross-fertilizes managerial aspects with perspectives from related areas such as architecture, design, journalism, natural sciences, psychology, or theology.
Candidates must possess a Ph.D. or doctorate, and hold a „habilitation“ or a comparable qualification such as a senior lecturer, assistant professor, or associate professor position. A strong record of research productivity, pronounced communication and teaching skills, and leadership qualifications are requested.
The position will initially be limited to 5 years. Given a positive evaluation the contract will turn unlimited. Salary and benefits are competitive with the standards of European universities. The chair includes funding for two post-doctoral positions, a secretary and traveling for academic purposes. The search will close on November 30, 2007. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.
Innsbruck University School of Management is committed to international standards in teaching and research. As of winter 2007, the school offers a Bachelor of Science in Economics and Management and Master programs in Strategic Management and Organization Studies. In 2008, masters in Accounting, Auditing and Taxation, Banking and Finance, and Information Systems will initiate. All programs are held in English language. Students recruit predominantly from Austria but also from international audiences. More information on the department can be obtained from the Web Site: . More information on the Master in Strategic Management is available at .
Innsbruck University School of Management is located in the center of the largest city in the Austrian alps with 125,000 inhabitants. The city is surrounded by beautiful ski and hiking resorts and only short drives away from world-famous ski resorts such as Soelden, Ischgl, and St. Anton. Innsbruckians can reach the 2350m high Hafelekar ski resort through a 30 minutes cable car ride departing 500 meters West of the entrance of the school. Innsbruck is internationally known for its picturesque downtown and the beautiful environment. It is also known as an center for mountain sport enthusiasts. Major cities such as London, Paris, Prag, Munich, or Roma are easily reachable. Innsbruck airport is only 20 minutes away from downtown connecting the city conveniently to the world. The school is part of the University of Innsbruck, founded 1669, which currently hosts about 20,000 students and 3,500 employees.
To obtain the official announcement document with more detailed information on requirements and procedures please contact:
Prof. Dr. Hans Mühlbacher
Department of Strategic Management, Marketing and Tourism
University of Innsbruck
Universitaetsstr. 15
A-6020 Innsbruck
Email: marketing@uibk.ac.at
Tel: +43 512-507 ext. 7202
Fax: +43 512-507 ext. 2842
We are looking forward to your application.