Postdoctoral position in research project on organizational wrongdoing in purpose-driven organizations

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Postdoctoral position in research project on organizational wrongdoing in purpose-driven organizations

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Aarhus Universitet

Job description

The Department of Management at Aarhus BSS, Aarhus University, invites applications for a 3 year (32 month) fulltime postdoctoral position, offering applicants an exciting opportunity to join a new research project on fraud in purpose driven organizations. The project is directed by Assistant Professor Dr. Sebastian Oelrich.The starting date is expected to be 1 October 2024 or subject to mutual agreement. Upon mutual agreement, the position can also be converted into a part-time position.The research project The position is part of the project “Too good to be bad? Fraud and corruption in purpose-driven organizations” funded by an AUFF Grant. While forms of organizational wrongdoing in profit-driven organizations (e.g., Enron, WorldCom, or Wirecard) are well explored, less is known about such wrongdoing in and by purpose-driven organizations. These types of organizations usually aim to benefit disadvantaged segments of populations, target neglected societal issues, and satisfy unmet needs in local communities. Here, fraud is often overlooked by stakeholders and researchers alike due to normative assumptions that they are ‘too good to be bad.’ Drawing and critically reflecting on fraud theories, this research project aims to develop and test theory on wrongdoing in purpose-driven organizations.The project will utilize a multi-method approach. To develop theory, we conduct
interviews and utilize case studies with purpose-driven organizations and
convicted individuals. Second, surveys in these organizations are used to understand the phenomenon under real-life circumstances. Third, experiments are used to test interventions, isolate effects, and establish causality.The project is expected to generate high-quality research, targeting 4 and 4* peer-reviewed journals in Accounting and Organization Studies.Job description The successful candidate is expected to contribute to the overall objectives of the project by being involved in developing, designing, coordinating, and conducting studies within the project and contribute to the other phases of the research process, including data analysis, writing, and publishing articles.Research will primarily be carried out in collaboration with Assistant Professor Dr. Sebastian Oelrich and other project members, but there will be opportunities to pursue independent work within the overall focus of the project. The project offers significant funding for data collection, research assistants, travel, and workshops.The successful applicant will be part of a cutting-edge research project and a vibrant, supportive research team with an informal atmosphere, including the and the which offer particularly rich engagements with colleagues. There will be excellent opportunities for intellectual development and mentoring, as well as developing an independent research agenda within the context of the project. Focus is also placed on how the candidate can make use of the postdoctoral position to develop their own career.The position is research-oriented but may involve teaching assignments. Salary is according to the Danish pay schedule.Your Qualifications The successful candidate for the postdoctoral position should hold (or be close to completing) a PhD relevant to the academic areas of the Department of Management, preferably within one of the following areas: Accounting, Business Ethics, Social Entrepreneurship, Psychology, or a related field.In addition to a keen interest in conducting collaborative research within the project of fraud and corruption in purpose driven organizations, the successful candidate must demonstrate ambition and ability to produce high-quality research in the area(s) of Accounting, Business Ethics, Social Entrepreneurship, or Psychology. Very good communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team are essential qualities.Candidates should have research experience on (one of) the topic(s) of organizational wrongdoing (e.g., fraud, corruption, or unethical behaviors), whistleblowing, purpose-driven organizations, or related phenomena. Methodologically, candidates should hold strong quantitative (esp. experimental) and/or qualitative skills, demonstrated through their research output.Applicants are expected to have an excellent command of spoken and written English.Teaching experience in the area of management and/or financial accounting is an asset.As part of your application, you should choose one of your publications that you believe speaks to the research project the best. This could be an unpublished chapter of your dissertation, a working paper, or a published article. Please mention in your cover letter why you think this is the case. Also see the application procedure section for more information of what you need to include in your application.Who we are The Department of Management is one of the six departments at – one of the five faculties at Aarhus University. Aarhus BSS unites the business and social science-related research fields and brings them closer together to reflect the close relationship between society and the business community. As part of a Top 100 university, Aarhus BSS and the Department of Management have achieved the distinguished AASCB, AMBA and EQUIS accreditations.

The department’s research and teaching environment is highly international and culturally diverse with a mix of Danish and international academic staff members and PhD students. We employ more than 160 academic staff including researchers, PhD students, research associates and cover a broad range of disciplines within management. e.g. marketing, international business, organization, HR, strategy, management accounting, innovation management, entrepreneurship, digitalization, and information systems. We aim to conduct high-quality research, and we give high priority to publishing our research in leading academic journals and presenting it at conferences. In addition, we have a dynamic exchange of international researchers, who stay at the department for short or long periods of time.For more information about the Department of Management, please visit: .Place of work Aarhus BSS
Department of Management
Fuglesangs Allé 4
DK-8210 Aarhus V
DenmarkFurther information For further information about the position and the department, please contact the project facilitator , Email:If you need help uploading your application or have any questions about the recruitment process, please contact HR supporter Maria Grauert Bodin Tel.: +45 8715 3445, Email:International applicant?Aarhus University offers a broad variety of services for international researchers and accompanying families, including relocation service and career counselling to expat partners. Please find more information here:Please find more information about research opportunities at Aarhus University here: Aarhus University also offers a Junior Researcher Development Programme targeted at career development for postdocs at AU. You can read more about it here:Terms of employment The appointment is made in accordance with the as well as the circular on the (in Danish).
The job content and qualification requirements are described in further detail in the .Application procedure When you apply for this position it is mandatory to attach the following:

• Application
• Curriculum Vitae. You are encouraged to declare any periods of leave without research activity, including, for example, maternity leave, since your research activities are assessed in relation to your actual research time
• Education (diploma for master’s, PhD and possibly higher doctoral degree)
• List of publications (the enclosed publications must be clearly marked on the list of publications)
• Publications. Up to three publications can be included in the application. In the event of several authors the publications must be accompanied by a co-author statement concerning the applicant’s share of the collaborative work with the consent of the co-authors.
• Teaching portfolio. The specific requirements regarding the documentation can be found

Materials which cannot be uploaded together with the application may be submitted in three copies to Aarhus BSS HR & PhD, Aarhus University, Tåsingegade 1, 2nd floor, DK-8000 Aarhus C.Read more about how to apply for an academic post at Aarhus BSSThe evaluation process After the application deadline, an assessment committee is appointed. Please note that the assessment of applicants is based solely on the material received prior to the application deadline. For further information, see .Aarhus University’s ambition is to be an attractive and inspiring workplace for all and to foster a culture in which each individual has opportunities to thrive, achieve and develop. We view equality and diversity as assets, and we welcome all applicants.
The application must be submitted via Aarhus University’s recruitment system, which can be accessed under the job advertisement on Aarhus University’s website.Aarhus University Aarhus University is an academically diverse and research-intensive university with a strong commitment to high-quality research and education and the development of society nationally and globally. The university offers an inspiring research and teaching environment to its 38,000 students (FTEs) and 8,300 employees, and has an annual revenues of EUR 935 million. Learn more at

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Location

Aarhus, Midtjylland

Job date

Sat, 06 Jul 2024 07:55:46 GMT

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