Doctoral Researcher Position in Sustainable Supply Chain Management 100%, Zurich, fixed-term 30.09.2026 | Supply Chain Management Group

This doctoral researcher position focuses on sustainable supply chain management, specifically investigating social sustainability issues and regulatory compliance. Responsibilities include conducting quantitative and qualitative research, engaging with industry partners, supervising theses, and assisting with teaching. Applicants need a Master's degree in a relevant field, strong empirical methods and data analysis skills, and excellent English proficiency.

• The Supply Chain Management Group (Prof.
• The Supply Chain Management Group at ETH Zurich provides an inspiring, team-oriented research environment with a dynamic and international group of researchers.
• Our team has a strong track record of publishing in leading operations and supply chain management journals.
• The position offers close supervision and collaboration with leading faculty and senior researchers, as well as access to ETH Zurich’s excellent research infrastructure and strong international network of collaborators.
• Companies are increasingly expected to manage social sustainability issues within their supply chains.
• Candidates should demonstrate strong teamwork and social skills, as well as independence, proactivity, and exemplary organizational and project management abilities.
• Additionally, candidates should feel comfortable taking a leading role in research meetings with project partners and actively networking at conferences.
• Benefit from ETH Zurich’s excellent research infrastructure, course offerings, and career development programs
• Further information about the Supply Chain Management Group can be found on our website . Questions regarding the position should be directed to Dr. Christian Wagner, cwagner@ethz.ch, (no applications).

• Stephan Wagner) at the Department of Management, Technology, and Economics at ETH Zurich invites applications for a PhD student / doctoral researcher position in Sustainable Supply Chain Management.
• We expect an excellent master's degree in Industrial Engineering, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field, as well as excellent written and oral skills in English and, ideally, German.
• A high level of motivation for academic research is required.