Postdoc Position in Political Science

Updated: 12 days ago
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: 16 May 2024

18 Apr 2024
Job Information
Organisation/Company

University of Basel
Research Field

Economics » Political economy
Political sciences » Policy studies
Political sciences » Public policy
Political sciences » Other
Sociology » Other
Researcher Profile

Recognised Researcher (R2)
Country

Switzerland
Application Deadline

16 May 2024 - 21:59 (UTC)
Type of Contract

Temporary
Job Status

Full-time
Hours Per Week

38
Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by an EU programme
Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Offer Description

The Department of Political Science at the University of Basel, Switzerland, is searching for a postdoc position (“Oberassistenz").

You will pursue independent research and publications in the field of comparative politics such as representation, legislative studies, corruption, political methodology or related topics. You collaborate on research and pedagogical projects, mentor master's students and assist in academic administration to some degree. You will teach two hours per week (during the semester). This position is for an initial period of two years, renewable for another four years after positive evaluation. The appointment is scheduled to begin on September 1, 2024. Work place is Basel.

  • PhD in Political Science or Sociology
  • Skills in quantitative methods and/or computational methods (e.g. text-as-data methods)
  • Strong command of R and/or Stata
  • Didactic competence and enthusiasm for teaching
  • Willingness to collaborate with colleagues, and to contribute to the academic activities and further development of the Political Science group
  • Willingness to contribute to the university's self-administration
  • Fluency in written and spoken English is required. Knowledge of German is a plus (part of courses are taught in German).

This position is part of a vibrant English- and German-speaking research environment at the University of Basel. We offer

  • Opportunity to conduct independent research and collaborate in a motivated team
  • Position for the maximum duration of six years (two years initially)
  • Salary and social benefits according to the University of Basel rules
  • Dedicated faculty mentorship to support your academic progress
  • Possibility to either receive a higher, paid teaching opportunity or to raise project funds independently for the duration of the employment

Application / Contact
Please submit the following documents:
 

  • a cover letter describing your research and teaching interests as well as other relevant work experience
  • a CV, with lists of your publications and taught courses, including names of references
  • a research proposal (approx. two pages)
  • one publication or another writing sample.

Submit your application as PDF files using only the recruiting online tool of Basel University.
The University of Basel is an equal opportunity employer committed to excellence through diversity and encourages all qualified applications irrespective of gender or physical disabilities.
 
For more information about the position, salary and conditions please do not hesitate to contact Stefanie Bailer ([email protected] ). The application deadline is May 17, 2024. The job talks and interviews are scheduled for early June 2024.


Requirements
Research Field
Economics
Years of Research Experience
4 - 10

Research Field
Political sciences
Years of Research Experience
4 - 10

Research Field
Political sciences
Years of Research Experience
4 - 10

Research Field
Political sciences
Years of Research Experience
4 - 10

Research Field
Sociology
Years of Research Experience
4 - 10

Additional Information
Website for additional job details

https://academicpositions.com

Work Location(s)
Number of offers available
1
Company/Institute
University of Basel
Country
Switzerland
City
Basel
Postal Code
CH-4003
Street
Petersplatz 1

Where to apply
Website

https://academicpositions.com/ad/university-of-basel/2024/postdoc-position-in-p…

Contact
City

Basel
Website

https://www.unibas.ch/en.html
Postal Code

CH-4003

STATUS: EXPIRED

Similar Positions