Humanistic and Systemic Method Linked to the 17 UN SDGs Application to University Organizations // Humanistic and Systemic Method Linked to the 17 UN SDGs Application to University Organizations
14 Jan 2026
Job Information
- Organisation/Company
Université de Pau et des Pays de l'Adour- Research Field
Technology- Researcher Profile
Recognised Researcher (R2)
Leading Researcher (R4)
First Stage Researcher (R1)
Established Researcher (R3)- Application Deadline
16 Jan 2026 - 22:00 (UTC)- Country
France- Type of Contract
Temporary- Job Status
Full-time- Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?
Not funded by a EU programme- Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?
No
Offer Description
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The Anthropocene, beginning in the late 19th century with industrialization, marks the first time humankind has caused systemic imbalances in ecosystems shaped over 66 million years. Organizations, as key structures of modern societies, drive demographic growth, biodiversity loss, resource depletion, and climate disruption. Among them, the United Nations stands out as the largest global organization, uniting most countries and providing a collective roadmap through its 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) explicitly designed “to save the world.” Yet, existing tools — standards, certifications, and labels fail to link organizational activities systematically to the SDGs. This research proposes a humanistic and systemic methodology to address this gap. It starts with a semantic, cultural, and contextual analysis of organizational activities down to the operational level. Indicators are modeled, measured, and synthesized into simplified visual representations, inspired by the UN's circle-and-arrow system, to assess positive and negative impacts. Artificial intelligence is employed judiciously to support data processing and reveal complex correlations, while human expertise remains essential for interpretation and ethical validation. Universities are chosen as the primary application field, for their role in knowledge production, value transmission, and shaping sustainable futures. Testing this methodology in academic institutions aims to create a replicable framework for diverse organizations, helping them align more effectively with the SDGs. Ultimately, the approach strengthens accountability, transparency, and societal engagement, empowering organizations to amplify positive impacts and mitigate negative ones.
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Début de la thèse : 01/09/2026
WEB : http://research.univ-unita.eu/en/choral-project.html
Funding category:
Programmes de l'Union Européenne de financement de la recherche (ERC, ERASMUS)
Where to apply
- Website
- https://www.abg.asso.fr/fr/candidatOffres/show/id_offre/135029
Requirements
Specific Requirements
Master's degree, or an equivalent qualification from an engineering school
Additional Information
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- Number of offers available
- 1
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- Université de Pau et des Pays de l'Adour
- Country
- France
- City
- Anglet
- Geofield
STATUS: EXPIRED
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