Gianni De Bruyn
2 weeks ago
Postdoctoral Researcher in Space Business, Strategy, and International Business at HKUST (Guangzhou) Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (Guangzhou) in China
Degree Level
Postdoc
Field of study
Information Technology
Funding
Two-year postdoctoral positions are offered, starting from spring 2027. A research assistant position is also available. No stipend amount or tuition details are provided.
Country
China
University
The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (Guangzhou)
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Gianni De Bruyn (Assistant Professor) is recruiting for the Space Business Research Group / Space Business Initiative at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (Guangzhou).
This opening is for a postdoctoral researcher (2-year appointment, starting from spring 2027) and also includes a research assistant role. The research agenda focuses on the rapidly growing commercial space economy and the management of space-related industries.
Research areas: learning and experimentation in firms, competition between new entrants and incumbents, global strategy and governance, and innovation and policy. The post is especially relevant to candidates interested in strategy, international business, innovation, economics, econometrics, and data-driven empirical research.
Eligibility highlights: postdoc applicants should hold or soon complete a PhD in strategy, international business, innovation, economics, or a related field. Strong empirical skills with large datasets are preferred. For the RA role, useful technical skills include text analysis, web scraping, and familiarity with machine learning and LLMs. A background in space is preferred but not required.
Funding: the post mentions a 2-year postdoctoral position and a research assistant position, but does not specify stipend, salary, or tuition coverage.
How to apply: applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Submit a CV, a short statement of research interests, and a writing sample using the application link provided in the post.
Funding details
Two-year postdoctoral positions are offered, starting from spring 2027. A research assistant position is also available. No stipend amount or tuition details are provided.
What's required
Postdoctoral applicants should hold or soon complete a PhD in strategy, international business, innovation, economics, or a related field. Ideal candidates should enjoy empirical work with large datasets, be comfortable with econometrics, and have a strong research interest in space business and related management questions. A background in space is preferred but not required. The research assistant role is suited to recent graduates interested in data work and considering a PhD; technical skills required include text analysis, web scraping, and familiarity with machine learning and LLMs.
How to apply
Prepare a CV, a short statement of research interests, and a writing sample, then submit them through the provided application link. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, so apply as soon as possible.
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Professors
Assistant Professor
China
Research Interests
International Business
Econometrics
Big Data
Technology Innovation
Information Technology
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