University of Gothenburg Seeks Researcher in Business Analytics

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Job Responsibilities

The resource we are looking for in the form of a researcher will conduct research within the project “How does business analytics produce value: Analyzing regimes of organizing” (funded by the Marianne and Marcus Wallenberg Foundation) in close collaboration with Professor Rikard Lindgren and Guest Professor Ulrike Schultze. Focusing on value creation and data-driven innovation, the work includes two specific tasks: 1) Analysis of individual case studies as well as comparative analyses between firms and organizations. These analyses involve a lot of interactions and exchanges with the project’s partners. It is hoped that the applicant can complement ongoing empirical work with at least one additional case study, creating interesting conditions for both deepening and broadening the project’s results. 2) Development and implementation of AI-based matching systems for the future data-driven management of employees and their competencies. The work includes analysis and design of digital processes that integrate both internal and external data to improve HR (human resources) strategies and enable digital transformation of organizations and businesses. The overall goal is to achieve results that are highly relevant but also conceptually interesting enough to enable the kind of theory development required for publication in reputable journals in information systems.

Qualifications

To add desirable competence to the project and succeed in the role, the applicant needs to possess expertise in system architecture, data management, and artificial intelligence. Expertise in terms of skills and merits includes:

• Master's degree in information technology or a related field
• Experience in teaching innovation, change management, and entrepreneurship
• Solid entrepreneurial background and understanding of digital entrepreneurship
• Deep knowledge and experience of databases, business intelligence, and data analysis
• Experience in teaching data analysis, including SQL and NoSQL databases
• Interest and experience in developing system architecture
• Understanding of how internal and external data can interact to create value
• Experience in digital transformation and strategic IT development within organizations
• Strong problem-solving skills and analytical thinking
• Academic affiliation in information technology, system science, or related fields
• Experience working with HR-tech and digital platforms for workforce planning
• Understanding of digital entrepreneurship and its impact on organizational development
• Knowledge of business processes related to human resource management and recruitment

The role requires excellent proficiency in Swedish and English, both spoken and written. Additionally, the applicant should have a strong interest in writing and publishing scientific articles in areas such as:

• Innovative methods for designing intelligent systems in HR-tech.
• Data analysis and its application for strategic decision-making in HR
• Implementation of technical solutions to streamline workforce management through digital entrepreneurship
• Development and optimization of system architecture focusing on the integration of internal and external data
• Interdisciplinary collaboration for the development of innovative solutions within HR systems

The university will primarily consider those who, after a comprehensive assessment of competence and skill, are deemed to have the best conditions to carry out and develop the relevant tasks, collaborate with other staff, and contribute to a positive development of the organization.

Employment

The announcement concerns two fixed-term positions (special fixed-term employment): the first with a scope of 20% of a full-time position during the period May 1 - June 30, 2025, the second with a scope of 100% during the period July 1 - December 31, 2025, placed at the Department of Applied IT, Division of Informatics. The start date is 2025-05-01.

Appointment Procedure

Selection, interviews, and assessments will be carried out by a local recruitment group. Interviews may be conducted on an ongoing basis.

Application

You apply for the position via the University of Gothenburg’s recruitment portal, where you must register a profile. Start by clicking the “Apply” button. As an applicant, you are responsible for ensuring that the application is complete in accordance with the advertisement and that it is submitted to the university no later than the last application date. Selection of candidates is based on the qualifications noted in the application.

The application should include the following documents:

• Curriculum Vitae (CV) and personal information
• Cover letter describing why you have applied for this specific position and how you meet the requested qualifications
• Degree certificates and other relevant documents
• Two references to supervisors

Note! We request that you format your application so that your CV is a maximum of 2 pages and your cover letter is a maximum of 1 page.

The application must be received no later than: 2025-04-21

The university actively works for a work environment with equal conditions and values the qualities that diversity brings to the organization.

The university applies individual salary setting.

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