Associate Professorship / Assistant Professorship in Technology and Information Management

University of St.Gallen; Sankt Gallen; Vor Ort; CHF 150.000 - 190.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

University of St.Gallen invites applications for an Associate Professorship / Assistant Professorship with Tenure Track in Technology and Innovation Management. The role joins ITEM-HSG and the Global Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation, with emphasis on research excellence and high-quality teaching across programs.

The candidate should have an internationally recognized track record, strong networks, and ability to secure external research funding, while contributing to governance and

Qualifikationen

• Proven research impact in Technology and Innovation Management
• Strong record in publishing in top journals (e.g., FT50)
• Ability to attract competitive external research funding (SNF, Innosuisse, ERC)

Aufgaben

• Join the Institute of Technology Management (ITEM-HSG) and the Global Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation
• Contribute to teaching and executive education across levels
• Engage with industry and governance, strengthening interdisciplinary collaboration

Jobbeschreibung

Associate Professorship / Assistant Professorship in Technology and Innovation Management

Company: University of St.Gallen

Discipline: Technology and Innovation Management

Employment Type: Permanent Full-time

Posted: 07/10/2026

«A place where knowledge is created» –As a leading business university we set global standards for research and teaching by promoting integrative thought, responsibleactionand an entrepreneurial spirit of innovation in business and society.

Associate Professorship / Assistant Professorship with Tenure Track (Open Rank) in Technology and Innovation Management

The University of St.Gallen and its School of Management are inviting applications for an Associate Professorship / Assistant Professorship with Tenure Track (Open Rank) in Technology and Innovation Management. The triple accredited (EQUIS, AACSB, AMBA) university offers a stimulating and well-equipped research environment with a large network ranging from start-ups, small businesses to large firms to engage in research.

The new professorship in the School of Management will become part of our dynamic faculty and will be invited to join the Institute of Technology Management (ITEM-HSG) and the Global Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation. We are seeking a colleague with proven expertise in one or more of the key domains of Technology and Innovation Management, including Global R&D, Innovation Strategy, Digital Innovation, Open Innovation, AI-driven Innovation, Technology Strategy, or related fields.

Depending on qualifications, the appointment will be made at the level of Associate Professor or Assistant Professor with Tenure Track. The ideal candidate for the Associate Professorship has an internationally recognised and leading track record in research in leading journals in the field of Technology and Innovation Management, reflected in publications in top journals (e.g. FT50), a strong pipeline of promising research projects, a strong international academic network, ties with industry, and excellent teaching skills at all levels, including Executive Education.

According to our claim "From insight to impact", the future colleague should convey scientific knowledge to students and have a significant impact on theory and practice. The successful candidate will also attract competitive external research funding (e.g. SNF, Innosuisse, ERC or industry collaborations), contribute actively to the academic community and governance of the University, and strengthen interdisciplinary collaboration across the School of Management and related technology-oriented disciplines. Associate Professors at the University of St.Gallen are provided with a budget to hire a doctoral student.

The University of St.Gallen is committed to promoting equal opportunities and an inclusive working culture. We explicitly encourage women and members of underrepresented groups to apply. We offer dual-career and welcome services for newly appointed faculty (and their families).

Weseekto fill the position as of 1 August 2027 or by mutual agreement. For further information,please contact Professor Dr Björn Ambos, Dean of the School of ManagementandChairmanof theAppointment Committee ( [e-mail] ).