Researcher*in (d/w/m)

Your tasks

• Conduct independent and collaborative research in the field of business model innovation in the age of gen AI
• Contribute to the development and implementation of research projects within the AI Research Center
• Publish results in leading scientific journals and present findings at international conferences
• Publish results in other outlets (e.g. leading newspapers) and disseminate results to the broader public
• Help to position the lab as a thought leader in AI and business innovation in the insurance industry
• Collaborate with academic peers, supervisors, and industry partners within the Lab's joint research framework
• Participate in seminars, workshops, and interdisciplinary activities of the research center

Your profile

• Completed university degree (Master's or equivalent) in Business Administration, Computer Science, Data science, Artificial Intelligence, Business Informatics, or a related field, with excellent academic results
• Strong interest in research at the intersection of AI, business innovation, and strategy
• 2–3 years of professional experience in consulting or a comparable analytical or strategic environment is an advantage
• Interest or background in the insurance or financial services industry is desirable
• Exceptional analytical and conceptual abilities, combined with an enthusiasm for scientific research; initial research experience (e.g., through a master's thesis) is beneficial
• Strong sense of responsibility, organizational talent, initiative, and flexibility
• Very good proficiency in both German and English (spoken and written)
• Familiarity with programming languages and frameworks such as Python, PyTorch, or TensorFlow is an advantage
• Fulfillment of the formal admission requirements for doctoral studies at the University of St. Gallen (minimum GPA of 5.0 [Switzerland] or 2.0 [Germany], and eligibility for PhD admission at the home university)