Postdoctoral Researcher

Nuclearinst; Oxford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher to join a dynamic research group focused on the intersection of political polarisation and nuclear strategy. This exciting role involves conducting in-depth academic research using diverse data sources, including surveys and historical case studies. The successful candidate will contribute to high-quality publications and mentor junior researchers, fostering a collaborative academic environment. This full-time, fixed-term position offers an excellent opportunity to advance your research career while making significant contributions to the field. If you are passionate about political science and eager to explore new research avenues, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Relevant PhD/DPhil in Political Science or related discipline required.
• Experience in managing academic research and contributing to publications.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on political polarisation and nuclear strategy.
• Guide junior researchers and contribute to publications.

Skills

Statistical Analysis

Programming in R

Research Management

Academic Writing

Education

PhD/DPhil in Political Science

PhD/DPhil in International Relations

Tools

Survey Data Analysis

Historical Case Studies

Job description

Department of Politics and International Relations

DPIR, Manor Road Building, Manor Road, Oxford, OX1 3UQ

Contract type: Fixed-term

Hours: Full time

Applicants are invited to apply for the position of Postdoctoral Researcher at the Department of Politics and International Relations, to a member of Associate Professor Lauren Sukin’s research group, with responsibility for carrying out a programme of research examining the effects of political polarisation on nuclear strategy and policy.

The successful applicant will work on academic research that relies extensively on survey data and work with interview data, historical case studies, cross-national and sub-national data, and the literature related to this programme of research. You will also be expected to contribute to co-authored publications in top quality peer-reviewed academic journals and will have the opportunity to propose solo-authored publications under the programme of research for publication in top quality peer-reviewed academic journals.

In addition, you will provide guidance to junior members of the research group including research assistants, PhD students, and/or project volunteers.

You will hold or be close to completion of a relevant PhD/DPhil in Political Science, International Relations, or a related discipline and have the ability to manage your own academic research and associated activities and the ability to contribute ideas for new research projects and research income generation, together with previous experience of contributing to publications/presentations. The knowledge of statistics and programming in R is essential.

The position is a full time and fixed-term position for 12 months, starting from 1 October 2025.

Applications for this vacancy are to be made online. You will be required to upload a CV and supporting statement as part of your online application.

Only applications received before midday (UK time) on Friday 02 May 2025 can be considered. Please quote reference 178993 in all correspondence.

Interviews will be held as soon as possible thereafter.