2 PhD Positions in Consumer Behavior and Technology (m/f/d) 100 %

2 PhD Positions in Consumer Behavior and Technology (m/f/d) 100 % ( by 01.09.2025) Your tasks – Develop a stream of research at the intersection of marketing, psychology, and new technologies, ideally related to the lab's current research on automation, AI, and human-technology interaction. – Publish in international, peer-reviewed journals and conference proceedings. – Contribute to the development of an open science strategy for the University of St.Gallen in coordination with the University's Open Science Office. – Support teaching activities by Prof. de Bellis (e.g., Empirical Social Research, Artificial Intelligence & Behavioral Science). Your profile – A passion for behavioral science and new technologies. – An excellent master's degree (or equivalent) in marketing, psychology, behavioral economics, or a related field. – Outstanding English communication and writing skills. Knowledge of German is beneficial but not required. – Strong quantitative research skills and experience in designing and conducting empirical research, especially online experiments. – Proficiency in statistical analysis and a command-line tool such as R. – Excellent project management skills, self-discipline, team-orientation, and openness to work in an international team. We review applications on a rolling basis and continue until the positions are filled. The positions are fully funded for 4 years, the average duration for successfully obtaining a PhD. Applicants should submit a motivation letter, CV, transcript of grades, two reference contacts, and a writing sample (e.g., master thesis). The Institute of Behavioral Science and Technology (IBT-HSG) is an interdisciplinary research institute that seeks to understand, predict, and improve the human-technology relationship. Our vision is to contribute reliable and fact-based scientific insights on how technology shapes the way humans think, behave, and decide. Our work has a measurable impact for science, public policy, corporate action, and society at large. We offer: – A stimulating, interdisciplinary research environment. – Access to an international network of scholars. – Dedicated mentoring. – Co-supervision by Anne-Kathrin Klesse (Prof. in Consumer Behavior & Technology at Rotterdam School of Management, RSM, the Netherlands) and the opportunity for a research visit at RSM. – Full funding for regular participation in international conferences. – A structured PhD program and access to the GSERM methods summer school. – A healthy and balanced work-environment with flexible working arrangements. – Connection to the business network of one of the top-ranked business schools in Europe. – A highly competitive salary according to HSG standards. – The best cappuccino in town. We are looking forward to your online-application stating the job ID apply here Inspirational Work Environment Executive Education Network Family & Career Equal Opportunities Fit and Healthy Inspirational Work Environment At the HSG, as Europe's leading business university, we operate in an entrepreneurial environment where you will meet highly qualified, ambitious experts – both regionally and internationally. For example, you benefit from a modern IT infrastructure and, in our library via HSGswisscovery, from nationwide access to the wealth of scientific information available. Executive Education We support internal and external executive education opportunities. Our internal executive education programme offers you a practical, dedicated and didactically mature transfer of knowledge in the form of seminars, e-learning, coaching and collegial advice. We support task-specific external training and executive education financially as well as with regard to the time required. Network We promote our culture of cross-functional collaboration and create space for forging valuable relationships – also with external partners. Regular exchanges and internal events help to strengthen these relationships and make them long-lasting. Family & Career We provide our employees with flexible work time models with a variable number of hours per week. As a family-friendly employer, we offer part-time positions, 16 weeks of maternity leave and a subsidised crèche, as well as support with childcare during the vacations. Equal Opportunities The University enables equal opportunities for all employees and students. This applies to degree courses and work, as well as academic careers, university management positions and the reconciliation of studies, work and private commitments. We are committed to this with various measures in the areas of teaching, research, administration and the Presidency. Fit and Healthy We help you stay fit and healthy. In addition to our diverse range of sports activities at the university, most of which are free of charge, and campaign weeks for corporate health management, we also offer you fruit in the workplace. In our canteen you will find a wide selection of freshly prepared meals – from vegetarian to fish dishes – at discounted prices. Further information on working at the HSG can be found here. For job-related questions Prof. Dr. Emanuel de Bellis Director IBT-HSG We offer passionate supervision, fully-funded positions, and an excellent research network-ideal prerequisites to pursue an academic career! Bianka Ledermann Administration IBT-HSG The IBT is a stimulating and fun place to work in St.Gallen, Switzerland. We especially encourage women to apply. Your place of work University of St.Gallen «A place where knowledge is created» – As one of Europe's leading universities of economics and business administration, the University of St.Gallen (HSG), Switzerland, is committed to the education of over 9800 students. The HSG is one of the largest employers in the region and provides an attractive and innovative environment for more than 3300 researchers, educators and professional staff. Other Jobs Student Assistant (m/f/d) Accounting Controlling&Auditing 10-50% Event- und Programm-Manager:in (60–90 %, Co-Employment möglich – z. B. durch Aufteilung der Stelle auf zwei Personen (z. B. 60 % / 30 %)) (m/w/d) Event Management 50-80%, 80-100% Stellvertretung der Geschäftsführung (m/w/d) Studentenschaft 10-50%