FPI Predoctoral Fellowship (Project PID2024-162698OB-I00 - FAMCOMP)
4 days ago
Madrid
ph3Overview /h3 pIE University’s Research Office VR Investigation Strategy Department is looking for a FPI Predoctoral Fellow to support a competitive research project focused on ownership competence and value creation in family-controlled organizations. /p pThe selected candidate will join an interdisciplinary research team working at the intersection of family business, social entrepreneurship, and impact investing. The project combines rigorous academic research with real-world relevance, contributing to leading international debates on sustainability, governance, and hybrid organizations. /p pThis position is designed for a PhD candidate seeking to further develop their research capabilities within a high-quality academic environment, while contributing to impactful, externally funded research projects. /p pLocation: Madrid – María de Molina. /p h3Responsibilities /h3 ul liSupport the development of high-quality academic research in the areas of family business, ownership, and impact investing. /li liConduct systematic literature reviews and contribute to the conceptual development of research projects. /li liCollect, clean, and manage large-scale quantitative and qualitative datasets from multiple sources (e.g., archival data, databases, interviews). /li liPerform data analysis using appropriate methodologies (quantitative and/or qualitative), under the guidance of senior researchers. /li liAssist in the preparation of academic manuscripts for submission to top-tier journals. /li liContribute to the development of case studies and research outputs bridging academic and practical relevance. /li liCollaborate closely with an interdisciplinary and international research team. /li liSupport dissemination activities, including conference submissions and presentations. /li liParticipate in ongoing funded research projects and related academic activities. /li /ul h3Qualifications /h3 ul liCurrently enrolled in a PhD program in Management, Economics, Finance, or a related field. /li liStrong interest in research areas such as family firms, ownership and governance, impact investing, ESG, social entrepreneurship, or sustainable finance. /li liSolid research training and familiarity with academic research processes. /li liStrong analytical and critical thinking skills. /li liIntellectual curiosity, autonomy, and ability to manage long-term research projects. /li liOpenness to feedback and ability to work collaboratively. /li liAbility to thrive in international and interdisciplinary environments. /li liFluent in English (Spanish is a plus). /li /ul h3Technical Skills /h3 ul liExperience with, or willingness to rapidly learn, data analysis tools such as Stata, R, or Python. /li liFamiliarity with quantitative and/or qualitative research methods. /li liAbility to work with datasets and research databases. /li /ul h3What We Offer /h3 ul liClose collaboration with leading scholars in family business and impact investing. /li liA high-quality, research-intensive academic environment that supports the development of advanced research skills. /li liStrong support for publishing in top-tier academic journals. /li liOpportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research projects with academic and societal impact. /li liFunding support for participation in major international conferences (e.g., AOM, SMS, EGOS). /li liEngagement in research projects at the intersection of academia and practice. /li liInternational and intellectually stimulating work environment. /li liFlexible working conditions, including partial remote work. /li /ul h3Additional Information /h3 ul liLocation: Madrid /li liStart date: June 2026 /li liDuration: 4 years /li liFull-time position /li /ul pAt IE University, we actively promote equal opportunities in recruitment processes and access to employment, ensuring the absence of gender, sexual orientation, religion, age, ethnic origin, or disability bias throughout the entire selection process. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr