Two-year postdoctoral position at Concordia in Montreal

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We are looking to hire a postdoctoral researcher working on international cooperation. The researcher will contribute to ongoing work on change and resilience of international organizations---a substantive focus on climate change or international finance would be a great fit, but other areas of global public policy would be appropriate too. This is a two-year position in the Department of Political Science at Concordia University in Montreal. Half of the researcher’s time will be dedicated to their own projects. The preferred start date is September 1st, with flexibility for relocation and dissertation completion. Applications are due July 15th, but will be considered until the position is filled.

More details are below. If you have any questions, please email either Sam Rowan (sam....@concordia.ca) or Alexandra Zeitz (alexand...@concordia.ca).

 

 

Start date:  September 1, 2022 preferred

 

Applications due: July 15, 2022 (applications will be considered until the position is filled)

 

Title: Horizon Postdoctoral Fellow

Department: Political Science

University: Concordia University

Term: Two-year, valued at $50,000CAD per year plus benefits and full access to Concordia’s services

 

URL: https://www.concordia.ca/sgs/postdoctoral-fellows/funding/horizon/open-positions/12006.html

 

Supervisors: Sam Rowan (www.samsrowan.com) and Alexandra Zeitz (www.alexandrazeitz.com)

 

Program Description 

The Integrating Diverse Interests in Global Governance project is hiring a Postdoctoral Fellow. This new project investigates the challenges that arise as international institutions confront growing multipolarity. In some cases, existing institutions have marginalized key actors who now demand greater influence, while in others, outside actors refuse to be bound by common international rules. The project compares institutional reforms across policy areas, including climate and international finance, to understand when and how global public policy effectively accommodates diverse interests.

 

The Postdoctoral Fellow will conduct original research and collaborate with a team of research assistants to analyze reforms to global governance. Responsibilities include developing and coordinating research activities, managing and analyzing project data, and publishing research related to the project.

 

Candidates should have a demonstrated research interest in global governance, including substantive knowledge of either climate change, international finance, or another field of global public policy. Candidates should demonstrate an ability to work independently and an interest in research collaboration. Experience with quantitative methods is desirable, but not required. The Postdoctoral Fellow will devote 50 percent of their time to working on the Integrating Diverse Interests in Global Governance project, with the remainder devoted to independent research and publishing.

 

Applicant profile 

• PhD in political science, international relations, public policy, international law, or a related field, with a focus on international cooperation, global governance, or similar, is required by the start date. Applicants without a PhD should explain their plans for completing their degree by the position start date. 
  
• Applicants must not currently hold a postdoctoral appointment at Concordia
• Priority will be given to postdoctoral fellows who have obtained their PhD from another university although in exceptional cases Concordia graduates may be considered
• This position is open to applicants regardless of citizenship and nationality. Logistical support is available for candidates requiring a Canadian work permit. 
• Applicants must adhere to the postdoctoral fellow eligibility criteria outlined in Concordia University’s Postdoctoral Policy

 

Submission process and application checklist

• All documents must be submitted to Sam Rowan (sam....@concordia.ca) 
• One to three (1-3) page research statement demonstrating fit with the program described above  
• Current curriculum vitae demonstrating research excellence and a capacity for leadership in the domain (maximum 5 pages)
• Two letters of reference from academic supervisors or current employers to be sent via e-mail directly to: Sam Rowan (sam....@concordia.ca) 

 

Concordia University is a vibrant research and teaching environment, with state-of-the-art research facilities and many research centers. Concordia is located in Montreal, Canada, a diverse and creative city, often ranked as offering one of the best quality of living experiences in North America.

 

Concordia University is committed to Employment Equity and encourages applications from women, Aboriginal Peoples, visible minorities, ethnic minorities, and persons with disabilities.