Academic Position in Sustainable Entrepreneurship

About the role

The Louvain School of Management seeks a full‑time academic to teach and research Sustainable Entrepreneurship. The role supports Bachelor’s and Master’s programmes on the Mons campus and contributes to the university’s sustainability mission.

Key responsibilities

• Teach courses on entrepreneurship, innovation, digital transformation, ethics and sustainability at Bachelor’s and Master’s level, including supervision of Master theses.
• Develop interdisciplinary research on sustainable entrepreneurship, digital and environmental dimensions, and just transition, aiming for high‑impact publications and external funding.
• Engage with private, public and voluntary sector partners to foster sustainable local development and increase the visibility of the school.

Required profile

• PhD in Management, Economics or a related field.
• Proven university teaching record with formal evaluations.
• Strong publication record in internationally recognised journals.
• Experience abroad or extended stay outside the awarding institution.

Required skills

• Ability to integrate research results into teaching.
• Capacity to obtain research funding and manage research teams.
• Fluency in French and English (or commitment to acquire within two years).

What we offer

• Tenure‑track contract with tenure after a four‑year probationary period.
• Public sector pension and progressive salary based on seniority.
• Teaching load capped at 90 hours (full‑time) before tenure, 150 hours after.
• Start date of 1 September 2027, with leadership and management training programmes.
• Benefits covering transport, family, culture and other allowances, plus a strong emphasis on work‑life balance.