School for Business and Society PGR Project Scholarship

We seek an excellent candidate who is interested in analysing social enterprises as hybrid organisations and to consider their role in transforming public service delivery. The scholarship is based in the School for Business and Society at the University of York.

The School for Business and Society was formed in 2022 through a merger between The York Management School and the Department of Social Policy and Social Work. Our research is cross-disciplinary and draws together activities that other universities normally locate in separate Business Schools and Schools of Public Policy.

Start date: September 2025

Award duration: 3 years

Research Topic: Organisational Forms and Public Service Impact: A Comparison of Non-profits and Hybrid Social Enterprises in Delivering Public Services in the UK

Eligibility criteria for this scholarship

You should possess strong analytical and critical thinking skills, capable of integrating diverse theoretical perspectives. Experience in qualitative research methods is essential. You must demonstrate excellent communication and writing abilities, with a passion for social justice and equity. Essential characteristics include intellectual curiosity, independence, and resilience. A background in sociology, political science, economics, technology studies, management studies, or related fields is preferred.

How to apply

For information about how to apply for this studentship, see www.york.ac.uk/business-society/study/funding/pgr-project-scholarship

Contact details

For questions about the position, please contact Professor Michael Ngoasong (michael.ngoasong@york.ac.uk)

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