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Research Faculty – Faculty of Economics and Business Administration, BSBI Berlin (Freelancer)

Your Responsibilities

Provide guidance and support to postgraduate students throughout their final research projects (dissertations) in Business, Management and related disciplines, ensuring alignment with academic standards and programme requirements.

Mentor postgraduate students in developing research proposals, selecting appropriate methodologies, and enhancing scholarly writing skills.

Monitor the progress of research projects, offering constructive feedback and support to help students overcome challenges.

Advise students on ethical considerations and research regulations relevant to their work.

Spearhead the development and implementation of research strategies aligned with BSBI’s goals, focusing on all disciplines of the School.

Identify and foster interdisciplinary research opportunities across different Faculties.

Supervise and coordinate research initiatives at various faculties, ensuring alignment with the Institute’s vision.

Manage research projects, including international collaborations such as Erasmus+, to enhance BSBI’s global research presence.

Oversee and guide postgraduate students’ research activities, providing mentorship and ensuring alignment with academic standards.

Collaborate with faculty members to support and enhance the research capabilities of postgraduate students.

Foster collaborations with external partners, industry stakeholders, and research institutions to enhance BSBI’s research ecosystem.

Represent BSBI in national and international research forums.

Provide regular reports and updates on the progress and impact of dissertation supervision.

Cultivate a collaborative and innovative research culture within the School.

Stay abreast of emerging trends and best practices in research and academia.

Implement continuous improvement strategies for optimising research processes and outcomes.

Actively participate in promotional activities to enhance the visibility and reputation of BSBI’s research endeavours.

Collaborate closely with the Provost, and Deans of different Faculties for seamless integration of research activities within the overall academic framework.

This role plays a pivotal part in advancing BSBI’s research agenda and contributing to its standing as a center of excellence in academia and innovation.

Supervising up to 130 dissertations per academic year according to the curriculum and the needs of the School.

Your profile

PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCIES

Master degree in an applicable Business, Management and related disciplines from a recognised institution.

Highly desirable for candidates to have engaged in Doctoral studies.

Strong working knowledge of quantitative and qualitative research methods.

Strong working knowledge of data modelling/analytics systems and frameworks.

Strong working knowledge of research philosophies.

Strong working knowledge of research foundations and platforms around the world.

Strong working knowledge of the systems of scientific/academic publishers around the world.

A number of publications in scientific journals and conferences.

Prior teaching experience in higher education at the University level.

Sound knowledge of Educational Platforms (i.e. Canvas, Blackboard, etc.).

Sound knowledge of research regulations and rules.

Sound knowledge of study regulations and rules.

Prior experience in a similar academic position in a University.

Very good knowledge of Windows OS, MS Office suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint), and Microsoft Teams.

Fluent in spoken and written English (C2 level).

PERSONAL COMPETENCIES

Very good organizational and communication skills

High social competence and assertiveness

Maintaining an overview even with high workloads

Entrepreneurial and economic way of thinking and working

Resilient and flexible

Motivated for further academic and professional development

Why us?

BSBI’s mission is to educate students to effectively shape the future and become excellent leaders of tomorrow in an ever-changing business world. It also aims to teach students to understand how businesses function and how economic success is generated. BSBI offers industry-relevant programs that focus on the development of practical entrepreneurial skills necessary for professional success. Located in the heart of Berlin, we are an international business school that offers academic excellence. We are a member of Global University Systems (GUS) and provide unlimited career opportunities for its students and staff. Interested? Please ensure your application is submitted in English and includes the following documents: CV, Cover Letter, References, and your possible start date

BSBI is part of GUS Germany GmbH (GGG), a dynamic network of higher education institutions with more than 18,000 students at locations in Germany, Europe and beyond. We prepare students for impactful global careers, providing accessible and quality education to cultivate future industry leaders. With a focus on enterprise, leadership, and success, our programmes empower students with an entrepreneurial mindset to lead and succeed, fostering an inclusive, innovative, and supportive learning environment. Our mission is to shape the future by nurturing exceptional talent and driving positive change in the competitive international business world. Explore https://www.berlinsbi.com/ for more information about us!