SHIELD: Sustainable, Human-centric, Innovative, Efficient Logistics through Digital Advancements

Organisation/Company Università degli Studi di Verona Research Field Economics Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) Leading Researcher (R4) First Stage Researcher (R1) Established Researcher (R3) Country Italy Application Deadline 11 Dec 2025 - 13:00 (UTC) Type of Contract To be defined Job Status Not Applicable Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

The SHIELD project aims to develop management models and tools for sustainability, transparency, and decarbonization in supply chains and logistics processes, with particular attention to people and organizational well‑being. The research program will focus on the analysis of circular transition strategies, traceability mechanisms, and organizational and digital solutions to reduce emissions along the supply chain. The research fellow will contribute to the project through regular meetings with participating companies, data collection and analysis, research reporting, and administrative documentation, supporting the development of case studies and the formulation of guidelines for companies and policy makers, in close collaboration with the Regional Innovative Network RIVELO.

Where to apply

E‑mail ufficio.protocollo@pec.univr.it

Requirements

Additional Information

Eligibility criteria

• a) Master’s degree in the economic‑business field [Laurea Magistrale awarded pursuant to Art. 3(1n), Ministerial Decree no. 270 of 22/10/04] achieved no more than six years after the expiry date of this announcement;
• b) Possession of a CV suitable for assistance in carrying out research activities;
• c) Excellent knowledge of the following foreign language: English.

• Italy

Eligibility of fellows: country/ies of residence:

• AFRICA
• EUROPE
• OCEANIA
• NORTH AMERICA
• SOUTH AMERICA
• ASIA

Eligibility of fellows: nationality/ies:

• AFRICA
• EUROPE
• OCEANIA
• NORTH AMERICA
• SOUTH AMERICA
• ASIA

Selection process

The competition will be carried out by an evaluation of titles and examination by means of an interview.