Postdoctoral Researcher: Lawmaking & Policy Analytics

The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia; Charlottesville (VA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia invites applications for a full-time postdoctoral research position in the Frank Batten School of Leadership and Public Policy. The appointment runs for one year beginning July 2027 and includes collaboration with Craig Volden on Center for Effective Lawmaking and the opportunity to teach one class.

Qualifications include a PhD in Political Science or related fields by the start date, with strong quantitative, communication, and

Qualifications

• A PhD degree in Political Science or related disciplines is required by the start date.
• Strong quantitative, communication, and project management skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Carry out independent research and collaborate with a Batten faculty member on Center for Effective Lawmaking projects.
• Teach one class in the Batten School.
• Focus research on lawmaking in American state legislatures or the U.S. Congress.

Skills

Quantitative skills

Communication skills

Project management

Education

PhD in Political Science or related disciplines

Job description

The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia invites applications for a full-time postdoctoral research position in the Frank Batten School of Leadership and Public Policy. The appointment runs for one year beginning July 2027 and includes collaboration with Craig Volden on Center for Effective Lawmaking and the opportunity to teach one class.

Qualifications include a PhD in Political Science or related fields by the start date, with strong quantitative, communication, and