PhD Candidate in Sustainable Supply Chain Management

Job summary

This position offers a three-year PhD scholarship focused on sustainable supply chain management and organization studies, particularly in the context of global agricultural commodity chains. The role involves collaboration between two universities and aims to explore regenerative approaches that positively impact ecological and social systems.

Qualifications

• A two-year master's degree (120 ECTS points) or equivalent academic level.
• Background in social sciences.
• Familiarity with supply chain management, organization studies, or related fields.
• Strong interest in sustainability and regenerative systems.
• Proficient in English, both spoken and written.

Responsibilities

• Investigate management practices of global agricultural commodity chains based on regenerative principles.
• Participate in a structured research and training program, including independent research, academic coursework, teaching, and professional development.

Skills

• Research vision and potential.
• Evidence of academic achievement (e.g., high grades, timely graduation).
• Knowledge of qualitative research methods and experience with empirical fieldwork.
• Strong academic writing skills.
• Familiarity with Kenya’s socio-cultural context is desirable but not mandatory.

Education

• A master's degree in a relevant field is required.

Tools

• Familiarity with qualitative research methodologies and data collection techniques.