Research Partner – Entrepreneurship & Innovation

About the role

We are looking for a motivated researcher to join a collaborative initiative focused on the emerging concept of “Exploratory Third Spaces.” This remote, part‑time partnership will involve co‑creating a rigorous conceptual framework at the intersection of entrepreneurship, innovation ecosystems, and opportunity creation.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct literature reviews and contribute to theoretical development.
• Refine conceptual frameworks and formulate research propositions.
• Participate in collaborative sense‑making sessions with scholars, entrepreneurs, and policymakers.
• Assist in drafting manuscripts for academic and practitioner audiences.
• Co‑design future empirical research opportunities.
• Engage in regular discussions with the project founder and research network.

Required profile

• Doctoral candidate, post‑doctoral researcher, faculty member, or experienced independent scholar.
• Strong interest in entrepreneurship, innovation ecosystems, organizational studies, or related fields.
• Excellent analytical and academic writing capabilities.
• Curiosity, intellectual openness, and willingness to explore interdisciplinary concepts.
• Prior publication experience is welcome but not mandatory.

Required skills

What we offer

• A genuine intellectual partnership rather than a traditional assistant role.
• Opportunities for co‑authorship and long‑term research development.
• Fully remote work with flexible, part‑time engagement.