Research Associate: Political Science, University of Bamberg, Germany

Regional Studies Association; Deutschland; Hybrid; EUR 40.000 - 70.000; Teilzeit

Zusammenfassung

An established industry player is seeking a Research Associate to contribute to impactful research in Policy Analysis. This role offers the opportunity to engage in comparative studies of welfare states and social policies, particularly focusing on the Global South. As part of a supportive team, you will conduct teaching and research activities while furthering your academic qualifications. The position allows for flexible working conditions and the chance to work part-time or remotely, making it an attractive option for those balancing professional and personal commitments. Join a dynamic environment dedicated to advancing knowledge in political economy and social policy.

Leistungen

Flexible working conditions

Support for academic goals

Pleasant working atmosphere

Family-friendly policies

Qualifikationen

• Relevant degree and PhD in Political Science or related field required.
• Expertise in Comparative Public Policy and Quantitative Methods is essential.

Aufgaben

• Conduct research and teaching in Policy Analysis with a focus on quantitative methods.
• Participate in research projects and assist in acquiring funding.

Kenntnisse

Quantitative Methods

Comparative Public Policy

Welfare State Research

Programming in STATA

Programming in Python

Programming in R

Strong communication skills

Teamwork skills

Ability to work independently

Ausbildung

Diploma / Master’s in Political Science

PhD in Political Science or related field

Tools

STATA

Python

R

Jobbeschreibung

The Chair of Policy Analysis at the University of Bamberg has a vacancy (starting between August and October 2025) for a

Research Associate (m/f/d)

(post-doc)

(50% – 100% time working hours; German public service paygrade TV-L E 13; part-time also possible)

for an initial period of three years in a fixed-term employment relationship with the option of extension.

The research focus of the chair is the cross-national comparison of political economy and economic and social policies as well as quantitative methods. In addition to comparative welfare state research in European countries, there is also a special focus on the analysis of social security systems in countries of the Global South, so-called developing and emerging countries. In this context, the connection between colonialism and the emergence of social policy is examined, as well as the influence of war on social policy systems.

Job Description:

• Research and teaching activities in the field of Policy Analysis. Teaching schedule: 5 semester hours per week (SWS)
• Participation in research projects, publications in international journals and (assistance with) the acquisition of new third-party funding projects.
• Supporting further chair tasks relating to teaching, examinations, and self-administration.
• Furthering your own academic qualifications, with the goal of a successful academic career.

Requirement Profile:

• A relevant university degree (Diploma / Master’s or equivalent) and a qualifying PhD (or proof of submission) in Political Science or a related social science discipline
• Expertise in one or more of the following research areas: Comparative Public Policy, Welfare State Research, International Political Economy, Quantitative Methods (e.g. Geocoding)
• Ability to work independently, personal commitment, strong communication and teamwork skills
• Experience in quantitative empirical research preferably in the analyses of geocoded data
• Programming skills in STATA, Python or R

We offer (amongst other things):

• An extensive interdisciplinary network and support in achieving your own academic and professional goals.
• Flexible working conditions and a pleasant working atmosphere in the team.

General Information:

The University of Bamberg is committed to increasing the proportion of women in research and teaching, and therefore strongly encourages suitably qualified women to apply.
Severely disabled applicants will be given preferential consideration if their qualifications are otherwise essentially equal.

The University of Bamberg has been certified by the Hertie Foundation as a family-friendly university. It is particularly committed to the compatibility of family and working life.
The position can generally be part-time, provided that full-time performance of the duties is ensured through job sharing. If the tasks allow, part of the working time can also be spent working from home.

Application:
Please send your application (letter, CV, certificates, and one piece of written work such as a journal article or chapter of the dissertation) as a single PDF-file to the following email address: [e-mail].

Deadline for Applications: 15.05.2025

Contact address:
University of Bamberg
Prof. Dr. Carina Schmitt
Chair of Political Science, with special emphasis on Policy Analysis
Feldkirchenstraße 21
D6052 Bamberg

If you have any questions regarding academic matters, please contact Prof. Dr. Carina Schmitt ([e-mail]).