Pre-Doctoral Fellowship: Mozambique Peace & Security

Autonomous University of Madrid (Universidad Autónoma de Madrid); España; On-site; EUR 12,000 - 16,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Social security coverage

Job summary

Autonomous University of Madrid (Universidad Autónoma de Madrid) invites applications for a First Stage Researcher position within the MOZPACES project. You will explore conflict, peacebuilding, security, gender and sociopolitical dynamics in Mozambique, joining an international team to advance literature reviews, empirical research, data analysis and publication activities.

The role includes seminars, potential fieldwork, and supervision support toward a doctoral dissertation aligned with

Qualifications

• Excellent academic record in degree and master programs aligned with the project’s objectives.
• Specialized training in peace and conflict studies, African studies, gender, and intersectionality.
• Experience with qualitative research methods.
• Knowledge of Lusophone Africa and/or Mozambique will be an asset.
• Excellent written and oral communication in Spanish and English; knowledge of Portuguese is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct literature reviews and empirical research related to Mozambique.
• Analyze data and contribute to publications.
• Organize seminars and assist with project activities.
• Engage in fieldwork related to project objectives.
• Support doctoral dissertation work aligned with MOZPACES objectives.
• Collaborate within an international and interdisciplinary team.

Skills

Analytical skills

Academic writing

Multicultural teams

Publications experience

Project management

IR/PolSci background

Education

Master’s degree in International Relations

Master’s degree in Political Science

Master’s degree in Sociology

Master’s degree in Anthropology

Master’s degree in African Studies

Master’s degree in Gender Studies

Job description

Autonomous University of Madrid (Universidad Autónoma de Madrid) invites applications for a First Stage Researcher position within the MOZPACES project. You will explore conflict, peacebuilding, security, gender and sociopolitical dynamics in Mozambique, joining an international team to advance literature reviews, empirical research, data analysis and publication activities.

The role includes seminars, potential fieldwork, and supervision support toward a doctoral dissertation aligned with