Professorship in Political Science with a Focus On Environment and Development

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Basel, Schweiz Universität Basel Vollzeit

**Professorship in Political Science with a focus on Environment and Development**

**(Assistant Professorship without Tenure Track)**

**Your position**

We are looking for a scholar who represents this Professorship in Political Science in teaching and research. The professorship in the field of political economy is focusing on the developmental consequences of global change, in particular environmental and climate change, on issues such as migration, conflict and increasing inequality from the perspective of political economy. The emphasis is on the challenges and opportunities for political actors such as governments, international organizations, non-governmental organizations as well as the population. The professorship examines these topics with empirical analyses using current quantitative and qualitative methods. We expect the professorship to provide dedicated teaching within the political science programs at BA and MA level. The professorship also contributes to the Master in Changing Societies at the Department of Social Sciences. Willingness and commitment to interdisciplinary and transversal cooperation within the Department of Social Sciences, especially with Sustainability Studies, are expected.

**Your profile**

Applicants must have an excellent doctorate and an excellent record in research and publications, according to their academic age. They are expected to demonstrate profound methodological knowledge and teaching experience at various levels. The willingness to (co-)supervise Master and doctoral students, the acquisition of third-party funding and the ability to work in a team are expected. Excellent English language skills and the willingness to acquire German language skills are required.

**We offer you**

Modern and family-friendly working conditions in the center of Basel as well as possibilities to cooperate with highly motivated scholars.



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