Luleå University of Technology is growing rapidly with world-leading expertise in several research areas. We shape the future through innovative education and groundbreaking research results, and based on the Arctic region, we create global social benefits. Our scientific and artistic research and education are conducted in close collaboration with international, national and regional companies, public actors and leading universities. Luleå University of Technology has a total turnover of SEK 2 billion per year. We are currently 1,500 employees and have 17,900 students. In the coming years, billions of kronor will be invested in Norrbotten and Västerbotten in major projects aimed at a more sustainable society nationally as well as globally. Luleå University of Technology is involved in several of these highly topical research projects and the social transformation that follows. We have a wide range of programs to match the skills that are in demand. We hope you will help us build the sustainable businesses and societies of the future. The Entrepreneurship and Innovation research topic is now looking for a researcher to join our group to conduct research in close collaboration with financial market actors. The research group collaborates with large national and international companies, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), policy makers and other research groups. Subject description Entrepreneurship and Innovation covers organizational development with a particular focus on business development based on innovative products, services and production solutions or ways of managing and organizing operations. Project description The project is linked to the Sustainable Finance Lab research center. The center was founded by a consortium of six universities and research institutes in Sweden that together generate cutting-edge research in close collaboration between financial market partners and researchers. With the consortium as a starting point, a broad network of academic and industrial partners has been formed to co-create the research and practice necessary for socially and environmentally sustainable transformation of financial markets. The project specifically contributes to research in the field of financing entrepreneurship for the development of competitiveness and innovation by providing financing for the realization of growth and sustainability potential. The development of models and principles for the effective allocation of finance requires insight and understanding of both the decision-making processes of financiers and the consequences of such decision-making. The project also contributes specifically to research on gender in the field of entrepreneurial finance. The area can also include social sustainability, inclusion and diversity through entrepreneurship finance. Tasks to be performed The assignment includes, but is not limited to the following tasks: - Research related work within the Sustainable Finance Lab, including tasks such as design and implementation of data collection and analysis of collected dataset in collaboration with other researchers in the group. The work is based on case study-based research/qualitative methods and/or quantitative methods. - Contacting financial market actors, including project partners such as banks, impact investors and business angels, for collaboration in research and for data collection. - Co-authorship of scientific papers and reports with other researchers. Participation in workshops and webinars/seminars within the project. - Writing research proposals. - Planning and implementing popular science dissemination activities (e.g. webinars, popular science articles, workshops, presentations) - Develop and teach courses in the field of entrepreneurship and innovation. Qualifications We are looking for a PhD, preferably in entrepreneurship and innovation or a related field. You should have strong research credentials relevant to the project described above. You should be highly motivated by the project described above and have good interpersonal skills. The position requires good oral and written communication skills in Swedish and English. Experience of self-entrepreneurship in Sweden, experience of financial advisory services in Sweden, and interaction with Swedish financial actors as well as Swedish academic institutions is an advantage. Great emphasis will be placed on your personal qualities. Information to be provided The position is full-time and limited to 12 months with the possibility of extension. Place of employment is Luleå. Planned start date is January 1, 2025. For further information, please contact Professor Malin Malmström, 0920-491087, malin.malmstrom@ltu.se Union representatives:SACO-S Diana Chroneer, 0920-49 2037 diana.chroneer@ltu.se OFR-S Lars Frisk, 0920-49 1792 lars.frisk@ltu.se How to apply We prefer that you apply for the position via the application button below where you attach a cover letter, reflecting on the subject matter and how you can contribute, as well as attach CV/resume and copies of verified diplomas. Please mark your application with the reference number below. Both the application and the degree certificate should be written in Swedish or English. Deadline for applications: 2024-12-05 Reference number: 4620-2024