I'm pleased to share a jointly funded PhD scholarship offered by The University of Sydney Business School and the Adam Smith Business School, University of Glasgow.
This project investigates how digital and hybrid platforms can orchestrate mission‑oriented innovation to address major societal challenges such as climate change, inequality, and public health crises. Although governments and intermediaries increasingly use platforms to coordinate diverse stakeholders, we still lack clear guidance on how to design and govern platforms that advance public missions rather than commercial objectives.
The PhD uses qualitative methods to compare mission-oriented initiatives in the EU and Australia. In addition to academic research, the candidate will contribute to practical, policy‑relevant outputs for mission practitioners and policymakers.
The program is structured with Years 1 and 3 at the University of Sydney, and Year 2 at the University of Glasgow, working closely with supervisors across both institutions (Sreevas Sahasranamam and Vladimir Sobota at Glasgow; Jarryd Daymond and Stefan Meisiek at Sydney).
What the scholarship offers:
- Full stipend
- Tuition fees covered at both institutions
- Additional travel funds
Eligibility: First Class Honours or Master's degree (with thesis or substantial research component) and strong interest in innovation policy, platforms, and governance.
Start date: January 2027
Applications close: 21.04.2026
More information: https://lnkd.in/eewnxnZx