Three-Year Post-Doctoral Research Position in the Research Group of Professor Fabrizio Gilardi — Universität Zürich

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Department of Political Science

Start of employment 01.01.2027, temporary

The Department of Political Science at the University of Zurich invites applications for a post-doctoral research position in the research group of Professor Fabrizio Gilardi.

Your responsibilities

• Teach at the BA and/or MA level (1.5 classes per semester on average, in English or German).
• Conduct and publish high-quality research.
• Collaborate with other members of the research group.
• Provide support for research, organizational, and administrative tasks.

Your profile

• PhD in political science or a related discipline (completed or close to completion).
• Research experience relevant to digital technology and politics, broadly defined; interest in public policy is an asset.
• Ambition and ability to produce high-quality and high-impact research, both independently and in a team.
• Ability to work constructively and effectively both independently and as part of a research team.
• Proficiency in quantitative research methods, preferably computational social science, experimental design, and/or causal inference.
• Very good command of English; working knowledge of German is an asset

What we offer

Our employees benefit from a wide range of attractive offers. Find out more: https://www.uzh.ch/de/explore/work.html.

What we offer

Work-Life Balance

• Flexible working models (such as part-time positions, mobile working, job-sharing)
• Childcare at the kihz foundation of UZH and ETH

More Learning and Development

• Wide range of continuing education courses of UZH and the Canton of Zurich
• Language Center run jointly with ETH Zurich

Food

• Food and drinks at reduced prices in the UZH cafeterias
• Lunch-Check-card with UZH contribution

Healthcare

• Special conditions on the Academic Sports Association ASVZ
• Free seasonal flu vaccinations
• Rest and relaxation at the quiet room in the university tower

Discounts

• Private traffic: Carsharing, rent a vehicle, parking space
• Digitalization: Hardware, software, mobile phone subscriptions

Conditions of Employment

• Policies of the UZH
• Most UZH staff are employed according to public law

International Services

• Support for people from outside Switzerland

Campuses

• Campuses Zurich City, Zurich Irchel, Oerlikon and Schlieren
• Sites Zurich West, Old Botanical Garden, Botanical Garden and Lengg

Working at UZH

The University of Zurich, Switzerland's largest university, offers a range of attractive positions in various subject areas and professional fields. With around 10,000 employees and currently 12 professional apprenticeship streams the University offers an inspiring working environment on cutting-edge research and top-class education. Put your talent and skills to work with us. Find out more about UZH as an employer! More