Department of Political Science

Postdoctoral Research Position, in the project "Social Status and the Transformation of Electoral Behavior in Western Europe"
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The Political Science Department at the University of Zurich invites applications for a 2-year position as post-doctoral researcher in the project "Social Status and the Transformation of Electoral Behavior in Western Europe" funded by the Swiss National Science foundation.

Your responsibilities

The successful candidate will be expected to pursue their own research agenda in the field of political behavior and/or comparative political economy, as well as to collaborate with the PI Tarik Abou-Chadi on a joint research project. While this is a project position, the postdoc will have much liberty to work on their own research. The position offers extensive research support and does not include mandatory teaching. Additional teaching is most likely possible and would be paid extra.

Your profile

• A PhD in Political Science, with a preference for the subfields of Comparative Political Economy or Political Behavior. The PhD should be completed or near completion.


• Strong interest in and ability for excellent academic research, proven e.g. through internationally visible publications, third-party funding, presentations at international conferences, or related research activities.


• Strong skills in quantitative methods


• Dedication, ability to work in a team, and ability to work independently.


• Strong command of English.

What we offer

The contract is limited to 2 years due to the project time and funds. The salary is appr. 75'000 CHF/year.

Place of work

Zurich - Oerlikon

Start of employment

The starting date for the 2-year position is August 1st 2021 but there is some flexibility.



Please send your application electronically as one pdf-file comprising your letter of interest, CV (including publication list), a writing sample, and two names of people willing to provide references.



The closing date for applications is April 11 2021.