Jobs - Centre for European Transformation

Strategic Centre Manager (m/f/d)

Funded by DWS, Frankfurt School of Finance & Management launched the Centre of European Transformation this year. The Centre aspires to stand at the forefront of Europe’s journey towards a sustainable future, addressing the intricate web of transformational challenges such as innovation, digitization, and climate change. Recognizing the interconnected nature of these challenges, the Centre emphasizes the urgency to activate both the demand for and supply of capital to unlock Europe’s growth potential. Are you passionate about European transformation and eager to contribute collaboratively to pivotal research in this area, bridging the gap between academics, business leaders, and government officials? The Centre of European Transformation is seeking to fill the position of an experienced and innovative Strategic Centre Manager (m/f/d). This role presents a unique opportunity to shape and grow our Centre from the ground up, fostering a collaborative and entrepreneurial environment.

Your Responsibilities

Centre Management:

Oversee daily operations ensuring a productive and harmonious work environment.
Coordinate with various departments to ensure the effective dissemination and utilization of research outputs.
Develop and manage budgets, ensuring optimal allocation of resources.

Strategic Leadership:

Contribute to defining and implementing the Centre’s strategic vision.
Engage with internal and external stakeholders, including C-level executives, to promote the Centre’s work and secure partnerships.
Represent the Centre in various forums, presenting our work to a diverse audience.

Entrepreneurial Development:

Identify new research opportunities and partnerships that align with the Centre’s objectives.
Lead the planning and execution of events, forums, and other initiatives to promote the Centre’s visibility and impact.
Encourage a culture of innovation, facilitating the exchange of ideas to drive the Centre forward.

Research Advocacy:

Ensure a thorough understanding of the research process within the team, promoting a culture of excellence.
Collaborate with researchers to identify key messages and translate findings into actionable insights for a wider audience.

Your Profile

Master’s degree in Finance or Economics required (PhD is a plus)
Proven experience in a managerial role (within a research or academic setting is a plus)
Demonstrated strong project management and independent problem-solving skills, sound judgment and strong collaborative decision-making skills
Ease working across a range of complex issues; ability to learn new topics quickly and move between subjects
Entrepreneurial mindset with strong sense for prioritization and ‘getting things done’ mentality; strong desire to take ownership and bring in innovative ideas
Ability to effectively engage and build networks with a diverse range of stakeholders
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills in German and English (any other European language is a plus)

Our Offer

We offer a competitive salary and benefits, along with the chance to make a significant impact in the field of European transformation. If you are motivated to contribute to a growing Centre and take your career to the next level, we encourage you to apply.

Are you interested?

Please send your CV and a cover letter explaining your interest and suitability for the role by e-mail to c.kus@fs.de

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Postdoctoral Fellowship in Finance “Center for European Transformation”

Frankfurt School now has one vacant Postdoctoral Fellowship position, funded by the newly created “Center for European Transformation”. The position has a duration of two years. The postdoctoral fellow should specialize on the broad topics of financial intermediation and (debt) capital markets and will work with a team of researchers specializing within this area. The objective of the position is to strengthen research, and to give researchers/scholars holding a doctoral degree the opportunity to strengthen their academic qualifications. In compliance with Frankfurt School’s ambition of becoming one of the leading business schools in Europe, we seek a candidate who can produce high-level research and publications at international levels. The position has no teaching requirements but research-related tasks within the center.

Qualifications

Applicants must hold a PhD degree in finance or economics with an expertise in machine learning/data science; prior experience in the analysis of unstructured data (e.g., NLP) is a plus. The candidates will be evaluated based on an overall assessment of skills, knowledge, and suitability for the position.

In the assessment the following criteria will be emphasized: scientific work, interest in the topic, and ability to conduct research as part of a team. We are looking for candidates with strong research capabilities and ambitions to advance their field with publications in leading finance journals. The position does not include any teaching requirements.

We Offer

Salary on agreement as well as travel/research support. Frankfurt School has access to all widely-used databases in financial research and is committed to build a research infrastructure that supports top-level research.

Application Instructions

Applicants must submit their job-market paper (if available) and work-in-progress abstracts, which reflect their area of research interest. In addition, applicants should submit an updated CV (including a complete list of working papers publications). Two reference letters must also be submitted. Candidates may be asked to forward further information and/or be called in for an interview. All material needs to be uploaded via http://apply.interfolio.com/133417.

Further Information

Start date is subject to agreement, preferably no later than August 2024. The position will only be filled if qualified candidates are identified. Contact Canan Kus (c.kus@fs.de) for further information.

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Research Assistant Position – Centre for European Transformation

Bachelor/ Master Thesis

Join the Centre of European Transformation at Frankfurt School of Finance & Management as our Strategic Centre Manager (m/f/d) and play a pivotal role in driving Europe’s sustainable future through innovation, digitization, and climate change initiatives.

Your Profile

Our Offer

Are you interested?

Apply for the Postdoctoral Fellowship at Frankfurt School’s Center for European Transformation and advance your research in financial intermediation and capital markets

Qualifications

We Offer

Application Instructions

Further Information

If you are eager to contribute to cutting-edge research in capital markets and European economic transformation, we encourage you to apply today!

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Write Your Bachelor’s or Master’s Thesis at the Centre for European Transformation!

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