Postdoc: Political Science - Parenthood & Health Politics

Göteborgs universitet; Göteborgs kommun; On-site; SEK 436,347 - 599,977; Full time

Job summary

Göteborgs universitet is inviting applications for a full‑time, two‑year Postdoctoral Fellow position in Political Science. The role focuses on research relating to political behavior, health, and social outcomes. Candidates should have a doctoral degree, strong scientific writing skills, and proficiency in English.

The position, based at the Department of Political Science, offers opportunities for independent research and collaboration with various institutions. Starting date is 1 January 2027, or as agreed.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in political science or a related subject no later than the time of the employment decision.
• Documented research competence relevant to one or more of the research areas of the position.
• Good ability to independently produce high-quality scientific writing.
• Excellent written and oral proficiency in English.

Responsibilities

• Conduct independent research and develop theoretical and empirical ideas.
• Lead and contribute to scientific publications and analyze register and survey data.
• Possibly teach for up to one-fifth of the working time.
• Mentor junior researchers and contribute to methodological training.

Skills

Scientific writing

Quantitative methods

Statistical software (Stata, R, Python)

Research in political participation

Research experience in health inequalities

Education

Doctoral degree in political science or related subject

Tools

Statistical software

Job description

Göteborgs universitet is inviting applications for a full‑time, two‑year Postdoctoral Fellow position in Political Science. The role focuses on research relating to political behavior, health, and social outcomes. Candidates should have a doctoral degree, strong scientific writing skills, and proficiency in English.

The position, based at the Department of Political Science, offers opportunities for independent research and collaboration with various institutions. Starting date is 1 January 2027, or as agreed.