Postdoc Position in Political Science

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 (stefanie.bailer@unibas.ch). The application deadline is May 17, 2024. The job talks and interviews are scheduled for early June 2024.