Postdoctoral Fellow: Political Behavior And/or Democratic Representation

The University of Texas at Austin

Austin, Texas, USA
$60,000; not specified; not specified py
Political behavior research
Democratic representation research
Teach one course
The selected fellow will have access to additional funds for research support, visiting speakers, and/or conference travel

Job Summary

  • The selected fellow will have access to additional funds for research support, visiting speakers, and/or conference travel.
  • The department will also assign fellows research assistants, a teaching assistant, and a faculty mentor.
  • The position is one year, beginning on August 16, 2026 and subject to renewal pending funding.

Matching Summary

The selected fellow will have access to additional funds for research support, visiting speakers, and/or conference travel.

Salary

$60,000; Not specified; Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Political behavior research
  • Democratic representation research
  • Teach one course
  • Research support funds
  • Faculty mentor assignment

Nice-to-have

  • Strong written and oral communication
  • Logistical coordination skills
  • Managing large administrative datasets
  • Balancing multiple projects

Key Requirements

  • PhD in political science or adjacent field
  • Degree not received more than 3 years prior to start date
  • Employment eligibility verification
  • Criminal history background check

Work Rights

Not specified

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