Post-doc Position in Political Science

Introduction

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Presentation

The Swiss Graduate School of Public Administration (IDHEAP)in the Faculty of Law, Criminal Justice and Public Administration at the University of Lausanne invites applications for a postdoctoral position in the "Public Policy and Evaluation" research unit headed by Prof. Pirmin Bundi. IDHEAP is the largest university and interdisciplinary training, research and expertise unit in Switzerland dedicated entirely and exclusively to the public sector. We offer excellent research support in a dynamic public policy and public administration research community and are committed to promoting the careers of young scholars.

Job information

Expected start date in position : 01.09.2024 or to be agreed

Contract length : 1 year, renewable 2 years, maximum 3 years

Activity rate : 80-100%

Workplace : IDHEAP, Lausanne

The Project
The postdoctoral researcher will work within the ERC project "Politicians' Evaluation of Public Opinion Perceptions" (POLEVPOP) of Stefaan Walgrave (University of Antwerp). The main question in this project is how politicians form their perceptions of public opinion in 14 countries. We are currently planning the next survey wave in Switzerland, focusing on politicians' perceptions of political tolerance. The future postdoctoral fellow will be free to collaborate within the framework of the research project, but will also be encouraged to pursue his/her own personal research agenda. In doing so, the postdoc will frequently collaborate with researchers from other institutions working within the same project, in particular with Prof. Frédéric Varone, University of Geneva (Co-PI of the Swiss team). More information to the Swiss POLEVPOP project can be found here: https://www.unige.ch/rep/

Your qualifications

• Ph.D. in Political Science (or related field) 


• Strong interest in academic research, ideally demonstrated through internationally visible publications, external funding or related research activities


• Strong methodological skills and ideally survey experience


• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team


• Excellent knowledge of French or German; excellent knowledge of English

What the position offers you

We offer a nice working place in a multicultural, diverse and dynamic academic environment. Opportunities for professional training, a lot of activities and other benefits to discover.

• Integration in a young, but dynamic research group in a leading department of public administration with highly motivated and engaged members


• Participation in an international research project (POLEVPOP)


• Funding for three years


• Attractive salary and additional financial support for conferences and methodological courses https://www.unil.ch/files/live/sites/srh/files/03_Infos_administratives/2024/Assistant_doctorant%20(sans%20index)_2024.pdf

Contact for further information

Further inquiries can be directed to professor Pirmin Bundi

Your application

Deadline : 24.05.2024

Please send your application to Pirmin Bundi pirmin.bundi@unil.ch electronically as a PDF file with a letter of motivation, a current CV, transcripts, a writing sample (scientific article or thesis), and the contact information of two people who are willing to serve as references, with the subject line "Post-Doc Position".

Only applications through this website will be taken into account.

We thank you for your understanding.

Additional information

UNIL is committed to equal opportunities and diversity.
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UNIL supports early career researchers.
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