Postdoctoral Fellow in Political Science for the ERC Project DEMCOOP

The Department of Political Science is a dynamic and strong education- and research department at the Faculty of Social Sciences at Stockholm University. The Department aims to be nationally leading and internationally prominent within its field of research and education.
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Project description

The post-doc position(s) will be part of the five-year research project Democracy, Autocracy, and International Cooperation (DEMCOOP), which is directed by Professor Jonas Tallberg and funded through an Advanced Grant from the European Research Council (ERC). The research project explores why, how, and under what conditions regime type affects international collaboration. The research project relates to both comparative politics and international relations, and makes use of a combination of quantitative, qualitative, and experimental methods. For more information, see Democracy, Autocracy, and International Cooperation (DEMCOOP) - Stockholm University (su.se).

Main responsibilities

The postdoctoral fellow(s) will conduct research within the research project DEMCOOP, individually and in collaboration with other project participants. The tasks include data collection, analysis, and dissemination of results through scholarly journals and conferences. The position involves up to 20 percent teaching.

Qualification requirements

Postdoctoral positions are appointed primarily for purposes of research. Applicants are expected to hold a Swedish doctoral degree or an equivalent degree from another country.

Assesment criteria

The degree must have been completed at latest before the employment decision is made, but no more than three years before the closing date. An older degree may be acceptable under special circumstances. Special reasons refer to sick leave, parental leave, elected positions in trade unions, service in the total defense, or other similar circumstances as well as clinical attachment or service/assignments relevant to the subject area.

We are seeking candidates with a PhD in Political Science or related disciplines with a background in comparative politics or international relations. We are particularly interested in candidates with expertise in quantitative text analysis and/or survey experimental analysis. Additional merits include the ability to collaborate in an international team of researchers.

About the post

The position involves full-time employment for a minimum of two years and a maximum of three years, with the possibility of extension under special circumstances. Start date 2025-01-01 or as per agreement.

We offer

With us, you will experience the dynamic interaction between higher education and research that makes Stockholm University an exciting and creative environment. You will work in an international environment and get favourable conditions. The university is located in the National City Park with good transport links to the city.

Stockholm University strives to be a workplace free from discrimination and with equal opportunities for all.

Contact

Further information about the position can be obtained from Professor Jonas Tallberg, telephone +46 73 633 19 60, jonas.tallberg@statsvet.su.se.

Application

Apply for the position at Stockholm University's recruitment system. Attach a personal letter and CV as well as the attachments requested in the application form. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that the application is complete in accordance with the instructions in the job advertisement, and that it is submitted before the deadline.

The instructions for applicants are available at: How to apply for a position.

You are welcome to apply!