The University of Gothenburg, Sweden, is currently advertising a position as Researcher in Practical Philosophy with a focus on Financial Ethics. The position is full time and permanent. The researcher is expected to spend most of his or her employment on research within the projects currently active in the Financial Ethics Research Group, which primarily pertain to sustainable finance. Over time, the researcher is also expected to contribute to the development of new projects on similar or adjacent research questions.

The Financial Ethics Research Group is a long-term part of the philosophy department and consists in philosophers interested in various ethical and political issues raised by the financial system. The group is financed by a stream of external research projects. More specifically, we are currently engaged in four projects that concern the role of financial markets in sustainable development: Sustainable Finance Lab (Vinnova), Mistra Finance to Revive Biodiversity (Mistra), Science-Based Metrics for Sustainable Finance (Vinnova) and The Symbolism of Climate-Friendly Financial Decisions (Marianne and Marcus Wallenberg Foundation). Project leader is Joakim Sandberg, professor of practical philosophy.

To be eligible for this position the applicant must have completed a doctoral degree or equivalent in an area that is suitable for the job (roughly in philosophy, politics or economics). Most important in the assessment of the applicants is their scientific skill, where particular weight will be given to academic publications and paper drafts. Furthermore, priority will be given to applicants whose competence or work strengthens the Financial Ethics Research Group and contributes to its current projects.

For more information, see the following link: Göteborgs universitet | Researcher in Practical Philosophy with a focus on Financial Ethics (reachmee.com)

Applications must be received by: August 15th, 2024