Postdoctoral Researcher in Urban Studies

2 days ago


Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark Københavns Universitet Full time
Job Description

We are seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher to join our team at the Department of Food and Resource Economics, University of Copenhagen. The successful candidate will work on a three-year project titled 'Urban Frontiers' funded by the European Research Council (ERC).

About the Project

The world is experiencing its largest wave of urban growth in human history. However, no land that governments and developers see as future cities in the Global South is vacant. Our project investigates how land is accessed, coded, and controlled in urban peripheries. You will conduct a series of extended case studies of concrete social struggles in Africa, Asia, and Latin America.

Your Key Responsibilities
  1. You will work within the theoretical and conceptual framework of the programme as described on https://www.ucl.ac.uk/urban-frontiers/about/theory-and-conceptual-framework.
  2. You will propose a country and an urban research site and describe how the research priorities of the programme will be relevantly addressed in your project.
  3. You will conduct fieldwork and gather data to contribute to the overall understanding of land access, coding, and control in urban peripheries.
  4. You will collaborate with other researchers and stakeholders to disseminate findings and inform policy decisions.
About Us

The Department of Food and Resource Economics at the University of Copenhagen is a leading institution for research and teaching in the fields of economics, environmental science, and international development. Our department is part of the Faculty of Science and has a strong focus on interdisciplinary research and collaboration with practitioners and policymakers.

Required Qualifications
  • A PhD degree in a relevant field such as anthropology, development studies, economics, geography, political science, or sociology.
  • Relevant work experience with qualitative research methods.
  • Familiarity with quantitative research methods.
  • Curious and collaborative mind-set.
  • A strong interest in dynamics of social change.
  • Knowledge of the country proposed in your application.
Benefits

We offer a competitive salary, excellent working conditions, and opportunities for professional growth and development. As a member of our team, you will have access to state-of-the-art facilities and resources, including our vibrant academic community and extensive network of partners and collaborators.



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