Postdoctoral Fellow in political studies/ economics

HSE Research Laboratory for Science and Technology Studies

Moscow, Russia

The HSE Institute of Statistical Studies and Economics of Knowledge (ISSEK/HSE) in Moscow, Russia, invites applications for postdoctoral research positions in the field of political studies/ economics.


Requirements

The general requirements for the postdoctoral fellowship positions are the following:
● Candidates must hold a recent PhD in the field of international relations/ political science / economics 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 good knowledge of science, technology, and innovationsphere and / or energy industry; command of quantitative research methods, and ability to work in research teams.
● 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 Liliana Proskuryakova, Deputy Head of ISSEK/HSE International Laboratory for Science and Technology Studies;
● participants are encouraged to pursue their own research along with working on Institute of Statistical Studies and Economics of Knowledge research projects such as:
     o  The new science, technology, and innovation agenda to address the grand challenges;
     o  Foresight of new energy technologies and assessment of their effects for people’s health and quality of life;
     o  Analysis of social, economic and policy effects of Russia’s participation in international climate programs and initiatives;
● writing research papers for international peer-reviewed journals in co-authorship with the ISSEK/HSE staff;
● participation in the ISSEK/HSE events of the and other contribution to ISSEK/HSE activities;
● 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 high opportunity of renewal of the contract (no more than two times) in case of outstanding performance.

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.

ISSEK/HSE offers access to its databases and software for big data analysis.

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 ISSEK/HSE will not be reviewed.

Read more about the application process here.

The deadline for the applications is January 31, 2022.

Apply now

For more information:

• about Postdoctoral Fellowship -Frequently Asked Questions;
• about HSE university –official web-site;
• about the ISSEK/HSE –official web-site or contact Liliana Proskuryakova (lproskuryakova@hse.ru) directly;
• about international specialists' life in Moscow -International Faculty Support;

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