PRR Project

Summary

Job Summary:As an Assistant Researcher in Sustainable and Social Corporate Responsibility, the researcher will support the CEEAplA team in developing frameworks and implementing metrics that promote economic development, social equity, and environmental sustainability within the business ecosystem. The researcher will play a crucial role in researching industry trends, analyzing data, and contributing to projects that assess consumers´ awareness and knowledge regarding business practices and consumer behavior. The researcher can also transfer the theoretical developments to practice through lecturing at the undergraduate and graduate levels.Key Responsibilities:Conduct comprehensive research on sustainable practices, social responsibility trends, and regulatory standards, interconnecting it with entrepreneurship, innovation, and digitalization.Assist in the development and execution of sustainability and CSR projects, including sustainability reporting, community engagement initiatives, and environmental initiatives, and establish metrics for assessing the economic value of these initiatives.Analyze firms’ environmental footprint, supply chain sustainability, and social impact data to identify improvement areas.Stay updated on global sustainability and CSR trends, best practices, and regulations to ensure that research in the field remains cutting-edge and compliant.Assist in organizing and coordinating lecturing, events, or workshops related to sustainability and corporate social responsibility.Scientific profile:PhD in Management/Business, Economy, Tourism, or a related field.Research productivity: Have a publication record (and strong publication potential) in top international peer-reviewed journals, with a minimum of 5 articles over five years indexed on Scopus, with at least three articles with impact factor and one piece ranked Q1 in the business field on JCR. Are passionate about impactful research and are committed to excellence in its pursuit.Communication skills: strong proficiency, including the ability to teach in Portuguese and English to various student audiences.Teaching capabilities: demonstrate strong teaching skills with experience in Portuguese at graduate and post-graduate education levels. Can leverage innovative pedagogy to deliver high-quality classes in Portuguese and English.Have experience and are willing to disseminate research and expertise to external stakeholders locally and globally.The ability to work as part of a team.Hiring a Research Assistant in Sustainable and Social Corporate Responsibility (CSR) offers CEEAplA/FEG/UAc numerous benefits, underlining the growing significance of embedding sustainability and social responsibility into organizational operations. Such a role brings specialized expertise in a rapidly evolving field, equipping the center to stay abreast of developments, innovations, and best practices in sustainability and CSR.The researcher facilitates rigorous research, data collection, and analysis on sustainability and CSR topics, providing essential data for understanding impacts, assessing progress, and identifying improvement areas. Additionally, the researcher will support and develop projects, increasing capacity and impact for more ambitious sustainability initiatives. The researcher will also foster stakeholder engagement, connecting academia, industry partners, communities, and policymakers, and promote collaborations that advance sustainability and CSR goals. They also contribute to educational and outreach activities, raising awareness and disseminating sustainability-related knowledge.This role is crucial for ensuring compliance with sustainability regulations and standards and contributing to sustainability reporting, showcasing the center´s commitment and progress. Research assistants drive innovation by promoting a culture of sustainability and social responsibility, offering competitive advantages through new methodologies, technologies, or approaches. Finally, hiring a research assistant in this field demonstrates the CEEAplA/FEG/UAc´s commitment to ethical leadership and a positive reputation, signaling to stakeholders its serious dedication to contributing to a sustainable future. This enhances the CEEAplA/FEG/UAc’s attractiveness to potential collaborators, funders, and talents interested in sustainability and CSR, significantly enhancing its capacity to contribute to sustainable development goals, maintain compliance, foster innovation, and build a positive organizational reputation.