Postdoctoral Research Associate: China Politics & Data Analysis

1000scholars; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

UC San Diego's 21st Century China Center at the School of Global Policy and Strategy invites applications for two Postdoctoral Research Associate positions starting September 2026. Each is a two-year appointment, with opportunities to join an interdisciplinary community pursuing data-driven research on Chinese politics, society, international relations, and policy.

Successful candidates will have training in political science or related social sciences and a research focus on contemporary China,

Qualifications

• PhD in political science or related social science field.
• Strong research focus on contemporary China, including politics, society or international relations.
• Experience with quantitative or computational methods is required.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Center faculty and CDL researchers.
• Develop and publish data-driven research on Chinese politics and policy.
• Mentor junior researchers and contribute to a productive academic community.

Skills

Political Science

Quantitative Methods

Computational Methods

China Studies

Education

PhD in Political Science or related field

Tools

R

Python

Job description

UC San Diego's 21st Century China Center at the School of Global Policy and Strategy invites applications for two Postdoctoral Research Associate positions starting September 2026. Each is a two-year appointment, with opportunities to join an interdisciplinary community pursuing data-driven research on Chinese politics, society, international relations, and policy.

Successful candidates will have training in political science or related social sciences and a research focus on contemporary China,