The Institute for Economy and the Environment (IWÖ-HSG) was founded in 1992. The Chair of Management of Renewable Energies at IWÖ-HSG was created in 2009 with seed funding from Good Energies and COFRA foundation. Since its inception, the Chair has been involved in several national and international research programmes, and has initiated innovative educational initiatives including the CEMS Model UNFCCC and the Master's Certificate in Managing Climate Solutions (MaCS-HSG), as well as the Certificate of Advanced Studies in Renewable Energy Management (CAS REM-HSG).

Applications must be submitted through HSG's online application portal. Please submit the following documents:

• a statement of motivation and research interests addressed to Prof. Wüstenhagen (1-2 pages)
• a CV
• transcripts of all obtained degrees (in English or German)
• if applicable, grade transcripts of to-be-completed degrees
• a writing sample (usually an extract from the Master's thesis or an article)
• any reference letters or contact details of referees

• Citizen co-investment and social acceptance of renewable energy
• Convergence of electric mobility, renewable energy and storage
• Decentralisation of energy and climate governance
• Emotional influences on energy-related decision-making

• are close to completion of or hold a Master's degree from a recognized university
• have a background in business administration, industrial engineering, marketing, finance, environmental psychology, international affairs, managing climate solutions, or related fields
• are passionate about understanding the role of renewable energy in shaping a low-carbon future
• are curious about combining insight and impact
• are highly motivated, and combine a track record of excellent performance with team-player qualities
• have a solid basis in qualitative and/or quantitative research methods
• are fluent in English and have strong writing skills. Proficiency in one of Switzerland's national languages is a plus.

"A place where knowledge is created" - As one of Europe's leading universities of economics and business administration, the University of St.Gallen (HSG), Switzerland, is committed to the education of over 9800 students. The HSG is one of the largest employers in the region and provides an attractive and innovative environment for more than 3300 researchers, educators and professional staff.