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8th International Research Workshop “Methods for PhD” near Flensburg, September 28-October 3, 2014

Empirical research is seeking through methodological processes to discover, hopefully, nontrivial facts and insights. Beside choosing a topic and grounding an idea in theory, empirical research consists of gathering and analysing data as well as presenting results in scientific contexts in order to contribute new issues to the body of acquired knowledge – not only to someone‘s own but also to that of others.

Our workshop tackles these steps of your research project:

Gathering data via (un)structured interviews and analysing standardized survey data,
using the computer for qualitative and quantitative data analysis.

These steps will strengthen the cooperation in empirical research to boost and streamline ones project.

The regular workshop fee is 399 Euro (including meals and accommodation). The workshop fee is 249 Euro without accomodation at Sankelmark (only meals are included).

It is possible to get a certificate on 5 credit points (according to the European Credit Transfer System).

In detail the following courses will be offered:

Parallel Courses in the morning (September 28-October 1):

Data Analysis with R
Data Analysis with Stata
Qualitative Research Methodology and Design Strategy
Expert Interviews
Introduction to German Data Sets

Parallel Courses in the afternoon (September 28-October 1):

Spatial and Panel Econometrics
Questionnaire Design
Qualitative Compartive Analysis (QCA) and Fuzzy Sets
Structural Equation Modelling with R
Case Study Research

Parallel Courses at the SDU (October 2):

Introduction to MaxQDA
Network Analysis
Mixed Methods
Academic Writing
Theoretical and Applied Aspects of Survey Sampling

PLEASE notice that every course has just a certain amount of participants!

For further information, especially lecturers & program, organizers and registration visit our website.

For any questions don’t hesitate to contact the workshop committee.

The International Research Workshop is organised by

Prof. Dr. Wenzel Matiaske, Faculty of Economics and Social Sciences, Helmut-Schmidt-University/University of Federal Armed Forces and Research Professor at the German Institute for Economic Research (DIW Berlin)
Asst. Prof. Dr. Simon Fietze, Department of Border Region Studies, University of Southern Denmark, Campus Sønderborg
Dr. Heiko Stüber, Institute for Employment Research (IAB), The Research Institute of the Federal Employment Agency in Nuremberg

The workshop is supported by

Vidensregion/Wissensregion Syddanmark * Schleswig-Holstein (Interreg 4A)
University of Flensburg
University of Hamburg, Faculty of Economics and Social Sciences
University of Hamburg, School of Business
Leuphana University Lüneburg, Faculty of Economics
GESIS – Leibniz Institute of the Social Sciences
Werkstatt für Personal- und Organisationsforschung e.V.
German Socio-Economic Panel Study (SOEP) at the DIW Berlin

California State University: Tenure-track HRM Assistant Professor

California State University, Los Angeles

ANNOUNCEMENT OF OPENING

DEPARTMENT OF MANAGEMENT, College of Business and Economics

POSITION: Faculty member of the Management programs: One tenure-track Assistant Professor position, with possibility of credit toward tenure.

STARTING DATE: September, 2014.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A Ph.D. or equivalent in Human Resource Management or a closely related field from an accredited institution of higher education. Experience and expertise in one or more areas of Human Resource Management. Ability to teach in a related field, e.g. general management. Candidates should provide record of or potential for scholarly activity whenever possible, and effective teaching using a variety of methodologies. Candidates should demonstrate proficiency in oral and written communication, and an ability or interest in teaching in a multicultural, multiethnic environment.

DESIRED/PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: The best applicant will have a secondary area of teaching and scholarly interest that complements the current faculty. Areas of need include one or more of the following: corporate social responsibility, management and leadership, health care management.

DUTIES: In addition to teaching, duties include curriculum and program management, student advisement, engaging in scholarly activity, and committee service for the Department, College of Business and Economics, and the University.

THE UNIVERSITY: California State University, Los Angeles, a comprehensive urban university and one of 23 campuses that comprise The California State University system, offers programs in more than 50 academic and professional fields. The campus is located at the eastern edge of Los Angeles, adjacent to the western San Gabriel Valley, with more than 22,000 full and part-time students reflecting the rich, ethnic diversity of the area. The University is committed to student-centered learning, free scholarly inquiry and academic excellence. The College of Business and Economics is an AACSB accredited school.

SALARY RANGE: Initial salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. An additional stipend for program administration may be negotiated.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION: Please submit a letter of application, curriculum vita, transcripts (unofficial transcripts accepted, but official transcripts required of finalists at a later stage), three letters of recommendation and the University’s Application for Academic Employment form. http://www.calstatela.edu/univ/hrm/docs/forms/Empl_applic_academic.pdf. Employment contingent upon proof of eligibility to work in the United States.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Review of applications will begin on August 1, 2013 and continue until the position is filled. Address application, required documentation and/or request for information to:

Dr. Angela Young, Chair
California State University, Los Angeles
Department of Management
5151 State University Drive
Los Angeles, CA 90032-8126

The Person holding this position is considered a ‘mandated reporter’ under the California Child Abuse and Neglect reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU executive order 1083 as a condition of employment.

In addition to meeting fully its obligations under federal and state law, Cal State LA is committed to creating a community in which a diverse population can live, work and learn in an atmosphere of tolerance, civility and respect for the rights and sensibilities of each individual. To that end, all qualified individuals will receive equal consideration without regard to economic status, race, ethnicity, color, religion, marital status, pregnancy, national origin or cultural background, political views, sex or sexual orientation, gender identification, age, disability, disabled veteran, or Vietnam era veteran status.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY / TITLE IX EMPLOYER
Upon request, reasonable accommodation will be provided to individuals with protected disabilities to (a) complete the employment process and (b) perform essential job functions when this does not cause undue hardship.

University of Memphis: Assistant Professor in Human Resource Management and/or Organizational Behavior

The Department of Management in the Fogelman College of Business and Economics at the University of Memphis has received approval to hire a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Human Resource Management and/or Organizational Behavior (HR/OB), effective fall 2014. Responsibilities include developing a stream of high-quality research, effectively teaching undergraduate and graduate courses (2-2 teaching load), and fulfilling professional and university service responsibilities.

The Department of Management is an academically diverse, research-oriented group with faculty specializations in human resource management, organizational behavior, strategy, entrepreneurship, international business, organizational research methods, and business communications. Faculty members regularly publish their research in leading journals such as Academy of Management Journal, Academy of Management Review, Journal of Management, Journal of Applied Psychology, Personnel Psychology, Journal of Organizational Behavior, Journal of International Business Studies, Journal of Management Studies, Strategic Management Journal, and Organizational Research Methods. The Department offers degree programs at all levels and is fully accredited by AACSB International. For more information: http://www.memphis.edu/management.

The Fogelman College of Business and Economics has become a leading business school in the Southeast. Globalization is a strategic emphasis of the College. Degree programs offered include the BBA, MA (Economics), MBA, Executive MBA, International MBA, MS, and PhD. These academic programs are fully accredited by AACSB International. The College faculty of 100 serves nearly 3,000 students, with approximately 2,450 undergraduates, 450 master’s students, and 80 doctoral students. The highly qualified faculty is widely recognized for scholarship and publications in leading academic and professional journals. The College outreach units include the Sparks Bureau of Business and Economic Research and the Robert Wang Center for International Business Education and Research (CIBER). For more information: http://www.memphis.edu/fcbe.

The University of Memphis is emerging as one of America’s great metropolitan research universities. Founded in 1912, the University is a state, tax-assisted institution with an enrollment of approximately 23,000 students. The University is the flagship of the Tennessee Board of Regents system and is one of two comprehensive doctoral-granting public institutions in Tennessee, offering a broad array of degree programs at all levels. The University has 24 Chairs of Excellence, more than any other Tennessee university, and five state-approved Centers of Excellence. The modern and beautifully landscaped campus is centrally located in an attractive residential area of east Memphis. For more information: http://www.memphis.edu.

Located in southwestern Tennessee on the banks of the Mississippi river, Memphis is one of the South’s largest and most attractive cities. In 2012, the population of Tennessee’s largest city was estimated to be 660,000, with over 1.2 million in the metropolitan area. Memphis is home to many nationally and internationally known companies, including four Fortune 500 companies: FedEx Corporation, AutoZone, International Paper, and ServiceMaster. Memphis is a major distribution center and boasts the world’s second busiest cargo airport. As a primary medical, education, communication, and transportation center, Memphis offers a full range of research opportunities and cultural experiences. The city, known worldwide for its musical heritage, has many fine restaurants, theaters, and museums, as well as one of the nation’s largest urban park systems. Memphis has one of the lowest costs of living among metropolitan cities of 600,000 or more and enjoys a mild climate.

Candidates should have a Ph.D. with a concentration in management or closely related discipline (advanced ABDs will be considered if degree completion is imminent), evidence of development of a strong research program targeting leading management journals (e.g., ASQ, AMJ, AMR, JAP, JIBS, JMS, JOM, JOB, OBHDP, ORM, OS, PPsych, SMJ), and a record of effective college teaching and commitment to teaching excellence. Applicants with research and teaching expertise in human resource management and/or organizational behavior along with related areas such as strategic human resource management, international management, organizational research methods, or multilevel research are highly desired for this position.

To apply for this position, please visit https://workforum.memphis.edu/postings/search and apply for Position #012021, Posting #FAECC131. If you have already sent application materials to Dr. Chuck Pierce, to be considered an official applicant you must apply online at https://workforum.memphis.edu/postings/search. All queries should be emailed to Dr. Chuck Pierce at capierce@memphis.edu. Screening of applications will begin August 14, 2013.

The University of Memphis, a Tennessee Board of Regents Institution, is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants are urged to apply for this position. Appointment will be based on qualifications as they relate to the position requirements without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, disability, or veteran status.

University of New Hampshire: Assistant Professor of Organizational Behavior

The Department of Management in the Peter T. Paul College of Business and Economics at the University of New Hampshire invites applications for an Assistant/Associate Professor of Organizational Behavior and Management beginning September 2014. Applicants must have an earned Ph.D. degree in Organizational Behavior, Organizational Psychology, Psychology or a closely related field by the appointment date as well as a strong commitment to excellence in teaching, scholarship, and contributing to the academic mission of a research university.

We seek a colleague with the ability to successfully teach Organizational Behavior across our undergraduate and graduate programs, and with skills in the design of experiential and/or online learning. We are particularly interested in candidates with experience in designing and teaching elective courses in Negotiations, Cross-Cultural Management, or Human Resources. Successful candidates will be expected to establish a strong research record within their area of expertise. We seek candidates who have a demonstrated ability to work in a community with a commitment to diversity and social justice. Appointment level will be commensurate with the candidate’s achievement in scholarship.

Applicants should send (1) a letter of interest, (2) curriculum vitae, (3) publication or writing sample, (4) evidence of teaching effectiveness, and (5) contact information for three references including name, address, e-mail address, and phone number to: ob.search@unh.edu. Application review will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

The Department of Management at UNH is committed to developing effective, socially responsible leaders, managers, and entrepreneurs through its innovative teaching, research, and service to the community. UNH has been ranked tenth among the “Top 25 Most Entrepreneurial Colleges” by The Princeton Review and Forbes.com in their assessment of campuses focused on raising the next generation of successful entrepreneurs. The Department is located in a new state-of-the-art facility that opened in January 2013. The University actively creates and nurtures a dynamic learning environment in which qualified individuals of differing perspectives, life experiences, and cultural backgrounds pursue goals with mutual respect and a shared spirit of inquiry.
The Peter T. Paul College of Business and Economics is an AACSB accredited business school in the state of New Hampshire with world-class academic programs in business administration, economics, and hospitality management. We have 2,200 students in our undergraduate programs and 300 students in graduate programs, including MBA (full-time, part-time, executive, and online), MS Accounting, and MA and Ph.D. in Economics. Paul College is located at Paul Building, a state-of-the-art infrastructure with 115,000 sq. ft of space and high-tech classrooms and breakout meeting rooms.

UNH is located in the rural New England town of Durham on a 1,100-acre campus, 60 miles north of Boston, 15 miles from the Atlantic coast, is convenient to New Hampshire’s lakes and mountains, and is 11 miles from the growing artistic and historic town of Portsmouth and the Atlantic coast. The University enrolls more than 13,000 students with a full-time faculty of over 600 and offers more than 100 undergraduate and 100 graduate programs. UNH is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/Affirmative Action institution. The University seeks excellence through diversity among its administrators, faculty, staff, and students. The University prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, or marital status. Application by members of all underrepresented groups is encouraged. The University of New Hampshire’s Peter T. Paul College of Business and Economics actively promotes a learning environment in which qualified individuals of differing perspectives, life experiences and cultural backgrounds pursue goals with mutual respect and a shared spirit of inquiry.

Université libre de Bruxelles: Post-Doctoral Research Position in Error Management

The new Inbev – Baillet Latour Chair in Error Management at Solvay Brussels School of Economics and Management (Université libre de Bruxelles, Belgium) invites applications for two Post-Doctoral research positions.

ABOUT the Chair:

Pushing the frontier of Error Management

There has never been a greater abundance of theoretical and practical lessons on how to “manage successfully” and “do the right thing”. Yet , management errors continue to be part and parcel of organizational life. While short-term consequences can be benign, leaving managerial errors unaddressed in the longer term can imply severe financial underperformance or even wholesale bankruptcy. Unfortunately the causes of managerial errors often are deep-seated and hard to control. Emotional conflict, managerial hubris, bandwagon behaviour, a dysfunctional culture and organizational politics are amongst the most resilient sources of flawed decision-making; including the failure to consider all relevant information and the neglect of long-term consequences.

Given the impossibility to avoid managerial errors altogether, the objective of the Chair is to focus attention on “managing errors once they’ve been made”. Research produced by the Chair will benefit managers, businesses and society at large by raising awareness about the importance of early stage error detection, and by building an action-oriented agenda on how to remediate managerial errors efficiently and effectively.

ABOUT Solvay Brussels School of Economics and Management (SBSEM)

SBS-EM is the school of economics and management of the Université Libre de Bruxelles (ULB), with a century-old tradition of excellence in higher education. SBS-EM has 56 full-time faculty members and more than 150 affiliate faculty members from other departments or from practice. It offers 2 bachelor degrees, 4 masters (economics, business & economics, management sciences, business engineering), a Ph.D. program in economics and management, an MBA and a full range of executive education programs. About 3000 full-time students are enrolled in our programs. The school has a strong research focus with four research centres (Centre Emile Bernheim, DULBEA, ECARES and iCite) and several more thematic research units. It is Equis and AMBA accredited. The school benefits from ULB’s strategic partnerships with top institutions around the world, including for instance Berkeley, Oxford, Cambridge, and Waseda, to facilitate international research collaborations.

ABOUT the candidates and selection process

The post-doctoral fellows will be expected to cross disciplinary boundaries to perform first class research on the management of errors in organizations. Researchers holding a PhD in any relevant discipline are welcome to apply, provided their research programme directly addresses the topic of the Chair. Examples of fields of studies that could be drawn upon include: sense-making, organizational attention, organization design, organizational learning, entrepreneurship and innovation, information systems, risk management, systems design, impact assessment, corporate governance, operations management, complexity, international expansion, cognitive biases and many more.

While it is entirely the responsibility of the research team to develop the research methodology and agenda, illustrative streams of analysis might include:

Definition of errors, recognizing that decisions in any environment imply trade-offs and that information is incomplete;
Detection of errors, by third parties (governance or regulation bodies) or the decision makers themselves;
Management of errors, to build a robust analytical framework based, a.o., on real life cases.

Appointments are for three years, followed by a two 2-years contract (hence, 3+2), depending on evaluations, starting as early as possible between October 2013 and February 2014.

In addition to the quality of the research proposal, applicants should demonstrate their ability to publish in internationally recognized peer-review journals. The ability to work closely with organizations and conduct case studies will also be assessed. Next to a convincing theoretical outline and research design, the proposal should include a plan for the diffusion of findings to both academics and practitioners. For instance, diffusion efforts could involve the organization of international workshops or the preparation of innovative course material.

An international scientific committee will select the candidates on the basis of following criteria: quality of the research project, scientific publications, commitment, international experience, and networking capabilities.

To apply, send a cover letter, full CV and research proposal (maximum 5 pages) to Prof. Carine Peeters.

The deadline for sending the application material is August 30, 2013.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview at the end of September 2013.

Universität Erfurt: Stipendien für Doktoranden/-innen

Zum 1. Oktober 2013 vergibt die Universität Erfurt Stipendien an Doktoranden/innen, u. a. im Bereich “Empirical Research in Economics and Behavioral Sciences”. Die finanzielle Förderung von € 1.100/Monat ist auf zwei Jahre ausgerichtet und kann auf Antrag um ein weiteres Jahr verlängert werden. Die Universität Erfurt stellt jedem/r Stipendiaten/in einen Arbeitsplatz zur Verfügung.

Bewerbungsschluss ist der 15. Juli 2013.

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Stipendien für Doktoranden/-innen im Bereich “Empirical Research in Economics and Behavioral Sciences”

Bewerbungsschluss ist der 15. Juli 2013.

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Call for papers – 6th RGS Doctoral Conference in Economics

The 6th RGS Doctoral Conference in Economics will take place on February 26-28, 2013 at the Ruhr University Bochum, Germany.

The aim of the Conference is to facilitate the exchange and discussion of research results on an international level by bringing together top PhD students and experienced researchers in a professional and social forum.

Both empirical and theoretical papers will be considered. The range of topics covers all research areas in Economics including

Microeconomics,
Macroeconomics and Monetary Economics,
Financial Markets,
International Economics,
Public Economics,
Health Economics,
Labour and Demographic Economics,
Population Economics,
Industrial Organization.

Papers should be submitted no later than December 10, 2012.

Further details can be obtained from the website of the RGS Econ at http://www.rgs-econ.de.

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