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The Center for Philanthropy Studies (CEPS) is an interdisciplinary university institute for philanthropy at the University of Basel. Founded in 2008, the CEPS combines internationally recognized research with practical implementation in executive education programs for the nonprofit sector. In order to strengthen its research activities, especially in the area of quantitative analysis and data-driven approaches, the CEPS is looking for a PhD candidate (100%).

Your position

As a PhD candidate, you will conduct cutting-edge research on individual and institutional philanthropy using big data, machine learning, and natural language processing (NLP) techniques. Your research will contribute to understanding prosocial behaviors such as donations and volunteering, explore the global dynamics of philanthropy, and examine how philanthropy can help achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Your profile

The ideal candidate holds an excellent Master’s degree in management, economics, psychology, data science, or a related social science field. You should have strong quantitative skills and an interest in applying these skills to the area of individual and institutional philanthropy, with a focus on global dynamics. Experience with empirical methods, statistical analysis, and familiarity with machine learning or NLP techniques is highly desirable. Proficiency in English (oral and written) is required; knowledge of German or a willingness to to learn it is an asset.

We offer you

We offer you a challenging and diversified position in a young, small team. The CEPS offers excellent opportunities for research work. The institute is building up an extensive literature base and is pursuing an interdisciplinary approach. In a network of several European universities, there are opportunities for international exchange. You can use your skills to gain a better understanding of the non-profit sector and philanthropy. Through activities in executive education and knowledge transfer, you can also gain experience in working with non-profit organizations.
The successful candidate will receive individual mentoring and will be part of the Graduate School of Business and Economics (GSBE) at the Faculty of Business and Economics of the University of Basel.

Application / Contact

We look forward to receiving your complete application, including a letter of motivation, via the online platform of the University of Basel. We only consider direct applications via the online platform.
Contact: Prof. Dr. Dominik Meier, Assistant Professor, dominik.meier@ unibas.ch (telephone 0041 (0)61 207 33 09).
Information on the CEPS can be found at www.ceps.unibas.ch') .

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