Postdoc at the Center for Asian Democracy
The Center for Asian Democracy (CAD) at the University of Louisville is pleased to announce a Postdoctoral Associate position in the area of democracy and human rights in Asia for the academic year 2022-2023. The position is open with regard to countries of focus within the region, and research methodology. Applicants with a substantive research focus on democratic backsliding and resilience are particularly welcomed. The position requires the completion of a PhD before the Postdoctoral Associate's start date. We welcome candidates with degrees in Political Science or related social science fields.
The position is for one year, with the potential for one renewal. The Postdoctoral Associate will conduct research on their proposed project; present research to faculty and graduate students; participate in activities related to their research at the Center for Asian Democracy and on the UofL campus; and contribute to planning CAD events and research initiatives. The position does not require that the Postdoctoral Associate teach, although teaching opportunities may be available. The salary and benefits package is competitive, and includes funding for research/conference expenses.
The Postdoctoral Associate is expected to be in residence during the academic year in Louisville, and to participate actively in the intellectual life of the University.
Interested candidates must apply online and attach a curriculum vitae. In addition to the CV, applicants should submit a cover letter, sample of written work, graduate transcripts, and three letters of reference. We ask that in the cover letter, the candidate describe their research agenda to date and proposed research plan during the term of the postdoctoral fellowship.
Materials should be sent to Dr. David Buckley, Director, Center for Asian Democracy, Department of Political Science, University of Louisville, Louisville, KY 40292 or via email to cad@louisville.edu.
Priority application deadline is March 7, 2022; application review will continue until the position is filled.
Applications are due by March 7, 2022. Click here for more information.
