The Laboratory for University Development in Moscow invites applications for a Postdoctoral Fellow in Higher Education and Science.
Requirements:
The general requirements for the postdoctoral fellowship positions are the following:
- Candidates must hold a recent PhD in the field of in Education, Economics, Statistics, Sociology, Political science, or Scientometrics, 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 higher education and science studies, along with an interest in applied empirical research—whether qualitative or quantitative—in these fields. They should present a clear research project proposal, demonstrate the ability to work both independently and collaboratively, and have experience working with big data. Proficiency in R or Python is also encouraged.
- 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. Niyaz Gabdrakhmanov (director of the Laboratory) in collaboration with Dr. Anna Panova and Dr. Ksenia Romanenko;
- Participants are encouraged to pursue their own research along with working on Laboratory for University Development research projects such as:
- аcademic career trajectories including mobility;
- efficiency, Performance, and Impact of Higher Education Institutions;
- university governance;
- students mobility;
- performance-based research funding systems and their impact on scholarly communication;
- post-graduate studies;
- specific of Vocational higher education institutions;
- differentiation of university mission in response to social needs;
- writing research papers for international peer-reviewed journals in co-authorship with the members of Laboratory.
- Participation in the events of the Laboratory and other contribution to the Laboratory’s 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 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.
The Laboratory offers access to its databases.
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 may not be reviewed.
Read more about the application process here.
The deadline for the applications is January 31, 2025
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For more information:
- about Postdoctoral Fellowship -Frequently Asked Questions
- about HSE university – official web-site
- about the Laboratory for University Development– official web-site of the Laboratory for University Development – HSE University or contact Panova Anna (apanova at hse.ru) 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