PhD Candidate: Sustainability & Audit in Business Admin

Wifo; Umeå kommun; On-site; SEK 334,800 - 390,600; Full time

Job summary

Wifo is inviting applications for a PhD student position in Business Administration with a focus on accounting and auditing at the Umeå School of Business, Economics and Statistics. The successful candidate will engage in a research project concerning audit firms' sustainability expertise, contributing to both independent research and departmental activities.

Eligibility requires an advanced degree or equivalent qualifications, with emphasis on collaboration skills and knowledge in accounting. Scholarships are available for 22 months, followed by a funded doctoral position.

Qualifications

• Hold an advanced degree or equivalent qualifications.
• Completed courses in Business Administration totalling at least 90 ECTS.
• Strong ability to collaborate and build positive relationships.

Responsibilities

• Conduct independent research within accounting and auditing.
• Participate in doctoral courses and departmental duties.
• Develop knowledge-based models and practical guidance for sustainability assurance.

Skills

Excellent proficiency in English

Proficiency in Swedish

Knowledge in accounting

Expertise in auditing or sustainability reporting

Methodological skills

Analytical skills

Critical thinking

Ability to cooperate

Education

Advanced degree or equivalent

Completion of courses in Business Administration at least 90 ECTS

Job description

Wifo is inviting applications for a PhD student position in Business Administration with a focus on accounting and auditing at the Umeå School of Business, Economics and Statistics. The successful candidate will engage in a research project concerning audit firms' sustainability expertise, contributing to both independent research and departmental activities.

Eligibility requires an advanced degree or equivalent qualifications, with emphasis on collaboration skills and knowledge in accounting. Scholarships are available for 22 months, followed by a funded doctoral position.