Senior Assistant in Economics – Small and Medium Enterprise Resilience
Join a 12-month project developing a conceptual framework for SME resilience using effectuation theory at Josip Juraj Strossmayer University.
Best for:Best for economists or researchers with a PhD in Economics or related disciplines, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in Croatian to contribute to resilience frameworks for SMEs.
Overview
This fixed-term position offers a Senior Assistant role focused on advancing research in the field of economics, specifically within the Croatian Science Foundation (HRZZ) project on Small and Medium Enterprise (SME) resilience. The successful candidate will contribute to developing a conceptual framework grounded in effectuation theory, a key approach in entrepreneurial and organizational behavior. The role is based at the Faculty of Economics and Business in Osijek, Croatia, and involves full-time, on-site work. Applicants with a PhD in Economics or a related field and excellent Croatian language skills are encouraged to apply.
What you'll do
- Develop a conceptual framework for SME resilience using effectuation theory within the HRZZ-funded project.
- Conduct research and analysis to support the project’s objectives, including literature reviews and data collection.
- Collaborate with project team members to refine theoretical models and methodologies.
- Prepare research reports, presentations, and academic publications based on project findings.
- Engage in teaching or administrative tasks as required by the Faculty of Economics and Business.
Requirements
Degree required: PhD in Economics or a related field
Language: Croatian; Excellent proficiency
Instruction: Croatian
- Advanced knowledge of effectuation theory and SME resilience frameworks
- Strong analytical and research skills
- Proficiency in academic writing and reporting
- Experience with quantitative or qualitative research methods
- PhD or equivalent degree in Economics or a related field
- Excellent Croatian language skills
- No specific nationality or residency restrictions mentioned
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-11-06 (Europe/Zagreb)
Applicants must submit their application through the official university portal. The application process involves providing a CV, a cover letter, and any additional documents required by the Faculty of Economics and Business. Detailed instructions and the application form are available on the university’s website.
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Cover letter
- PhD certificate or equivalent degree proof
- Proof of Croatian language proficiency
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