Postdoctoral Research Fellow, Social Entrepreneurship and Innovation

Description

The University of Notre Dame’s Keough School of Global Affairs in conjunction with the McKenna Center for Human Development and Global Business invites applicants for a postdoctoral fellow with a focus on social entrepreneurship and innovation. Competitive candidates for this position will have completed prior to joining Notre Dame a Ph.D. in business, economics, sociology, political science, public policy, or a related field. The individual should be able to demonstrate potential for high-quality research, and have publications and conference presentations addressing aspects of social entrepreneurship. Previous engagement with disadvantaged populations is encouraged, as is experience in policy-related research.

 

Successful candidates are expected to lead and collaborate on research with McKenna Center faculty at the Keough School. At least half of the postdoctoral fellow’s time will be committed to research. The postdoctoral fellow will also design and teach one course in the social entrepreneurship minor. They will also play an active role in the Urban Poverty and Business Initiative, a global, multi-city intervention program working with low-income and disadvantaged entrepreneurs as they strive to develop financially sustainable enterprises. Other activities include supporting our efforts in coordinating the Global Partnership for Poverty and Entrepreneurship and as the editorial home for the Journal of Developmental Entrepreneurship.

 

The fellowship will be based in the Keough School, which promotes interdisciplinary and policy- relevant research on critical issues in global affairs, transformative educational programs, and partnerships for global engagement. The Keough School approaches global affairs and development through a focus on integrated human development, which is also central to the University of Notre Dame’s mission. The successful candidate will also be appointed as an affiliated fellow of Notre Dame’s McKenna Center for Human Development and Global Business, which focuses on how technology, global markets and corporations can align with the Sustainable Development Goals and contribute to addressing issues of poverty and inequality across the world.

 

 

The University of Notre Dame seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of our commitment to our Catholic tradition, to maintain the excellence of the University, and to offer our students richly varied disciplines, perspectives and ways of knowing and learning. The Keough School is committed to fostering a culture of diverse views and approaches to Global Affairs. We welcome candidates whose experience in teaching, research, or service has prepared them to contribute to our mission and commitment to diversity and excellence. All applicants whose scholarly pursuits will enhance our ability to fulfill that commitment are encouraged to apply.

Application Instructions

Applications including a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and research statement should be submitted through the Interfolio system: http://apply.interfolio.com. Evidence of teaching and/or mentoring effectiveness is also welcomed. Applicants should also arrange for three confidential letters of reference to be submitted via Interfolio. Questions about the position can be directed to the chair of the search committee, Professor Mike Morris, at mmorri24@nd.edu. We will begin the review of applicants on February 15, 2025.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The University of Notre Dame seeks to attract, develop, and retain the highest quality faculty, staff and administration.  The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and is committed to building a culturally diverse workplace.  We strongly encourage applications from female and minority candidates and those candidates attracted to a university with a Catholic identity.  Moreover, Notre Dame prohibits discrimination against veterans or disabled qualified individuals, and requires affirmative action by covered contractors to employ and advance veterans and qualified individuals with disabilities in compliance with 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-300.5(a).

Background Check 

This appointment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.  Applicants will be asked to identify all felony convictions and/or pending felony charges.  Felony convictions do not automatically bar an individual from employment.  Each case will be examined separately to determine the appropriateness of employment in the particular position.  Failure to be forthcoming or dishonesty with respect to felony disclosures can result in the disqualification of a candidate.  The full procedure can be viewed at