Phd Position in Nonprofit Management

vor 1 Monat


Basel, Schweiz Universität Basel Vollzeit

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 student (100%).

**Your position**

As a PhD student, 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**

**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.

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