PhD Scholarships (15 positions available): Join the seizmic Doctoral Network 2023! We are offering 15 prestigious PhD scholarships within leading academic institutions in the Aurora European University Network and diverse partner organizations. This interdisciplinary doctoral network will focus on scaling social enterprises and reshaping the landscape of social entrepreneurship education. Successful candidates will embark on groundbreaking research in various domains related to social entrepreneurship scaling, impact investing, competencies and education, and digital ecosystems.
PhD Scholarships in Social Entrepreneurship Scaling – seizmic Doctoral Network 2023
Designation: PhD Scholarships (15 positions available)
Research Area:
- Social Business Model Design
- Impact Investing for Social Entrepreneurship Scaling
- Competencies and Education for Social Entrepreneurship Scaling
- Digital Eco-systems and Artificial Intelligence Use
Location: Various locations within the Aurora European University Network and associated partner organizations (See the list of doctoral positions and their respective host organizations on our website)
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Master’s degree in a related field (or equivalent) by the start date of the PhD position
- Strong research and analytical skills
- Proficiency in English (written and spoken)
Job Description:
Successful candidates will conduct cutting-edge research in their respective work packages, contributing to the development of an interdisciplinary theoretical framework to explain factors influencing social entrepreneurship scaling through replication and imitation. This will involve evaluating the impact of social entrepreneurship business model design, investigating the intentions and outcomes of impact investors, developing an interdisciplinary model for professional learning and curriculum to enhance social entrepreneurship scaling, and exploring the role of digital ecosystems in social entrepreneurship scaling.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates can apply for the PhD positions by visiting the official website of the seizmic Doctoral Network 2023. Detailed information about each doctoral position and host organization, as well as the application process, will be made available soon. You can also sign up for optional information and introduction sessions to learn more about the network and the Aurora European University Network.
Last Date for Apply:
Until position filled. We aim for the selected candidates to start their PhD positions by February 2025.
Thank you for considering the seizmic Doctoral Network for your doctoral studies in social entrepreneurship scaling!