Postdoc Position in the Research Group of Professor Lucas Leemann

The Department of Political Science at the University of Zurich (http://www.ipz.uzh.ch) invites applications for a post-doctoral research position in the research group of Professor Lucas Leemann (https://lucasleemann.ch/). We offer excellent research support in a vibrant research community and are committed to advancing young scholars’ careers. The department aims to increase the diversity of its members and thus explicitly invites applications from women and other traditionally underrepresented groups.

The post-doctoral researcher will be associated to Horizon research project “CATALYZE” (https://catalysehorizon.eu/) and work on predictive modeling.

Your profile

A PhD in a social science discipline (e.g., political science, economics, sociology) or a related field with a clear connection to social sciences.
A strong interest in academic research, ideally proven through internationally visible publications, third-party funding, or related research activities.
Dedication, ability to work in a team, and ability to work independently.
Essential skills:
Strong methodological skills and willingness to keep learning how to use new tools.
Experience with machine learning and/or data engineering.
Desired skills:
Experience with small-area estimation or non-representative data (e.g., using MRP models).
Experience with geo-spatial data.
Experience in dealing with missing data and strategies to overcome this problem.

What we offer

Salary: CHF 73’300- 81'400
Opportunity to develop your own research agenda and to develop a strong academic network.
Integration in a leading department of political science with highly motivated and engaged members.
Possibility to co-author within the project and beyond.
Funding for conferences, additional training, and research activities.
Career mentoring.
Excellent working conditions in a leading research-oriented and international department that provides a constructive and collaborative research environment.

Place of work

Institut für Politikwissenschaft, Affolternstrasse 56, 8050 Zurich, Switzerland

Start of employment

Duration of employment: September 2024 - August 2027
Closing date for applications: April 5, 2024.

How to apply

Please apply through our application page (https://www.ipz.uzh.ch/de/ueber-uns/offene-stellen/2024-Postdoc-Leemann.html) where you can upload your letter of interest, a current CV, a writing sample (i.e., job market paper), and the contact details of two people willing to serve as a reference.

Lucas Leemann
Associate Professor of Comparative Politics
Department of Political Science
University of Zurich
www.lucasleemann.ch

# Postdoc Position in the Research Group of Professor Lucas Leemann The Department of Political Science at the University of Zurich (http://www.ipz.uzh.ch) invites applications for a post-doctoral research position in the research group of Professor Lucas Leemann (https://lucasleemann.ch/). We offer excellent research support in a vibrant research community and are committed to advancing young scholars’ careers. The department aims to increase the diversity of its members and thus explicitly invites applications from women and other traditionally underrepresented groups. The post-doctoral researcher will be associated to Horizon research project “CATALYZE” (https://catalysehorizon.eu/) and work on predictive modeling. ## Your profile - A PhD in a social science discipline (e.g., political science, economics, sociology) or a related field with a clear connection to social sciences. - A strong interest in academic research, ideally proven through internationally visible publications, third-party funding, or related research activities. - Dedication, ability to work in a team, and ability to work independently. - Essential skills: - Strong methodological skills and willingness to keep learning how to use new tools. - Experience with machine learning and/or data engineering. - Desired skills: - Experience with small-area estimation or non-representative data (e.g., using MRP models). - Experience with geo-spatial data. - Experience in dealing with missing data and strategies to overcome this problem. ## What we offer - Salary: CHF 73’300- 81'400 - Opportunity to develop your own research agenda and to develop a strong academic network. - Integration in a leading department of political science with highly motivated and engaged members. - Possibility to co-author within the project and beyond. - Funding for conferences, additional training, and research activities. - Career mentoring. - Excellent working conditions in a leading research-oriented and international department that provides a constructive and collaborative research environment. ## Place of work - Institut für Politikwissenschaft, Affolternstrasse 56, 8050 Zurich, Switzerland ## Start of employment - Duration of employment: September 2024 - August 2027 - Closing date for applications: April 5, 2024. ## How to apply Please apply through our application page (https://www.ipz.uzh.ch/de/ueber-uns/offene-stellen/2024-Postdoc-Leemann.html) where you can upload your letter of interest, a current CV, a writing sample (i.e., job market paper), and the contact details of two people willing to serve as a reference. ____________________________________________________ Lucas Leemann Associate Professor of Comparative Politics Department of Political Science University of Zurich www.lucasleemann.ch ____________________________________________________