Postdoctoral Fellow in Lifelong Learning

Laboratory for Lifelong Learning, Centre for Vocational Education and Skills Development

HSE University

Moscow, Russia

Laboratory for Lifelong Learning in Moscow, Russia, invites applications for postdoctoral research positions in the field of lifelong learning in the higher education systems.

About HSE University

The Higher School of Economics (HSE University) is a young, dynamic and fast-growing Russian research university. Over the past 25 years, HSE University has become a leader in Russian education, while also being recognized globally.

For instance, we were the first state-run university in Russia to begin recruiting on the international academic market. We aim at being a university with a highly attuned approach to training new professionals. Therefore, we are eager to hire people with real experience, as well as basic and applied knowledge. Committed to high-quality research, HSE University now has more than 100 research institutes and centres and over 50 international research laboratories collaborating with international specialists from all over the world.

Requirements

The general requirements for the postdoctoral fellowship positions are the following:

• Candidates must hold a recent PhD in the field of education, management or related areas which was awarded over the last 5 years or received before starting work at HSE in a relevant field by an internationally recognized university and has been assessed by external reviewers as having the potential to pursue research that is publishable in leading peer-reviewed journals;
• Candidates should have a strong background in lifelong learning and adult education and have an understanding of the higher education systems as well as ability to work in team and individually, practical experience with qualitative research and quantitative methods;
• Fluent English is an obligatory condition as research and other activities are conducted in English. Knowledge of Russian is not required;
• Relevant experience will be an asset although not required.

The position involves:

• working under the direct supervision of Dr. Ilya Korshunov, leading research fellow at the Centre for Vocational Education and Skills;
• participants are encouraged to pursue their own research along with working on Laboratory for Lifelong Learning research projects such as:
  • University Lifelong Learning in Regions for Economic Transition, Skills Development and Empowerment
• writing research papers for international peer-reviewed journals in co-authorship with the members of the Laboratory for Lifelong Learning;
• participation in the events of the Laboratory for Lifelong Learning and other contribution to the Laboratory for Lifelong Learning development;
• public presentations of candidate’s own research to the academic community;
• some teaching is encouraged, though not required.

Conditions

Appointments are made for one year. Postdoctoral fellows have an opportunity of renewal of the contract (no more than two times).

HSE University offers postdoctoral fellows a competitive salary, the standard medical insurance plan, a working space equipped with a computer and free Internet access at the University.

The Laboratory for Lifelong Learning offers access to its databases on the lifelong learning programs in Russian universities.

Application Process

Applications must be submitted online. Please provide a CV, a statement of research interest and a recent research paper submitted via the online application form. At least two letters of recommendation should be sent directly to the International Faculty Recruitment Office at fellowship@hse.ru before the application deadline. Please note that direct applications to the hiring Laboratory for Lifelong Learning may not be reviewed.

Read more about the application process here.

The deadline for the applications is February 14, 2021.

For more information:

• about Postdoctoral Fellowship - Frequently Asked Questions
• about HSE university – official web-site
• about the Laboratory for Lifelong Learning – official web-site of the Centre for Vocational Education and Skills Development  or contact Dr. Ilya Korshunov directly
• about international specialists' life in Moscow - International Faculty Support page

If you have any additional questions, feel free to contact the International Faculty Recruitment Office at fellowship@hse.ru