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Professor of Innovation and Evolutionary Economics

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University of Sussex
Brighton and Hove - United Kingdom
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We are seeking to appoint a Professor of Innovation and Evolutionary Economics at SPRU (Science Policy Research Unit) at the University of Sussex. Founded in 1966, SPRU is internationally recognised as a leading centre of research on science, technology and innovation policy. Today, with over 50 faculty members, SPRU is proudly at the forefront of new ideas, problem-orientated research, inspiring teaching, and creative, high impact engagement with decision-makers across government, business and civil society.

As SPRU looks ahead to its 50th anniversary in 2016, it is embarking on an ambitious, new research strategy, focused on long-term transformative change and innovation. As part of this strategy, we are looking for a number of dynamic, innovative and highly respected academic leaders to join our team and to help shape the next stage of SPRU's development.

The successful candidate will have:

An outstanding publication record in one or more of the following areas: evolutionary economics, economics of innovation, institutional economics, economic history, inclusive innovation or development economics
A proven interest in long term transformative change as well as political economy issues
An ability to work with large datasets and quantitative research methods
Exceptional skills in inter-disciplinary work
International visibility and reputation for high quality research as expressed in invitations for keynotes, publication and citations
A track record of raising research income, including large research grants
Experience in engaging with policy-making and other stakeholders
Experience in supervising of doctoral and MSc students
The successful candidate will be co-responsible for the development and implementation of and fundraising for a new research program on long-term Transformative Change and innovation. This new research program is a crucial part of the new SPRU strategy. S/he will collaborate with the newly appointed SPRU Director Prof. Johan Schot, Prof. Mariana Mazzucato, Prof. Paul Nightingale and other researchers within and outside SPRU, BMEC and the University of Sussex.

Salary range: Professorial Salary is determined by negotiation (The minimum full-time salary for a newly promoted Professor is £55,375 per annum)

Job summary

Employer:

University of Sussex

Location:

Brighton and Hove, United Kingdom

Education:

PhD/Doctorate

Sector:

Academic

Salary:

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Job Type:

Permanent

Hours:

Full-Time

Posted:

30th September 2014

Apply By:

3rd November 2014

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