Postdoctoral researcher in Violence Studies

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The Institute of Security and Global Affairs of the Faculty of Governance and Global Affairs is inviting applications for a

Postdoctoral researcher in Violence Studies (1.0 FTE).

Vacancy number 14424

The Project
With project SENSYN, we aim to stimulate data sharing and the implementation of FAIR principles in research areas working with highly sensitive data that are currently restricted by privacy regu-lations. Through the development of accessible handguides, we will introduce and stimulate the use of differentially private synthetic datasets as a solution to said restrictions. Furthermore, through the development of a user-friendly, interactive, and publicly accessible online infor-mation hub containing a synthetic dataset, we aim to showcase the use of this technique for citi-zen engagement in research. The Postdoctoral researcher will be a key member of the team. The position involves substantial research with the aim of generating a synthetic dataset.

Key responsibilities
The Postdoctoral researcher will take the lead on many aspects of the project. That includes but is not limited to: planning the research, leading the ethics and data reviews, cleaning data, inde-pendently conducting the analyses, publishing findings, co-authoring output with the other team members, as well as organizing and participating in dissemination activities.

The department is located in The Hague. The candidate must live in (or relocate to) The Nether-lands for the duration of the contract.

Selection criteria
We are looking for:

• A completed PhD degree (ABDs will also be considered) in security studies, public health, epidemiology, sociology or another relevant discipline;
• Strong experience with quantitative methodologies;
• Wide experience with Open Science practices;
• Excellent research skills demonstrated by, for example, publications in international, peer-reviewed outlets;
• Experience with ethical review procedures;
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English;
• Affinity for/Interest in topics of Violence; Conflict;
• A researcher who is able to balance independent work with collaborative projects and in-terdisciplinary collaborations;
• Willingness to relocate to The Netherlands.
  

Our organisation
The Faculty of Governance and Global Affairs, located in The Hague – the International City of Peace and Justice – offers a range of other programs focused on international relations, security, international law and international organization. It also hosts the Leiden University College (LUC), an international honors college of Leiden University situated The Hague. Firmly rooted in the academic tradition, the Faculty of Governance and Global Affairs provides an inspiring and challenging education and research environment, with a strong interdisciplinary character and international orientation; it is a meeting place for students, scholars and professionals, a platform for innovation and entrepreneurship.

The Institute of Security and Global Affairs (ISGA ) is a leading research and education institute, focusing on the most pressing local, national, European and global security issues from an inter-disciplinary perspective. It currently hosts more than 100 academic and support staff members and offers the BA in Security Studies, the MSc in Crisis and Security Management (including a forthcoming track on Violence), the Advanced MA in International Relations and Diplomacy, the executive MSc in Cyber Security as well as a variety of innovative teaching offerings in the profes-sional and MOOC fields. In addition, ISGA runs popular Minor Programmes in Violence as well as the Faculty’s Honour Programme in

Security and Global Affairs.

Terms and conditions
We offer a full-time (1.0 fte) fixed-term position for 8 months with a preferred start date of 15 January 2023. Salary ranges from € 3.226,-- to € 5.929,-- gross per month on a full-time basis (pay scale 10 or 11 depending on qualifications and experience) in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities.

Leiden University offers an attractive benefits package with additional holiday (8%) and end-of-year bonuses (8.3%). Our individual choices model gives you some freedom to assemble your own set of terms and conditions. Candidates from outside the Netherlands may be eligible for a substantial tax break. For more information , see the website.

Diversity
Leiden University is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially wel-comes applications from members of underrepresented groups.

Information
Enquiries can be made to prof.dr. Marieke Liem, email [email protected] .

Applications
Please submit online your application no later than 31 December 2023 via the blue button in our application system. Applicants should submit the following documents:

• Motivation letter;
• Curriculum vitae including a list of publications;
• Two sample publications in English;
• The names and addresses of three potential referees (please do not submit reference let-ters at this stage).

Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed in the last week of December 2023.

Acquisition following this advertisement is not appreciated.

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