Urban Frontiers Researcher Position

14 hours ago


Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark Københavns Universitet Full time

Company Overview


The Department of Food and Resource Economics at the University of Copenhagen is a leading institution in the field of global development research.


Salary


The salary for this position will be based on the Memorandum on Job Structure for Academic Staff, with negotiation possible for a salary supplement.


Job Description


We are seeking a Postdoctoral researcher to join our team in the Urban Frontiers project, a part of the research project directed by Professor Christian Lund. The project focuses on how land is accessed, coded, and controlled in urban peripheries, with a series of extended case studies in Africa, Asia, and Latin America.


Required Skills and Qualifications



  • A PhD degree within the fields of anthropology, development studies, economics, geography, political science, sociology, or similar.
  • Professional qualifications relevant to the research project.
  • Relevant work experience with qualitative research methods.
  • Familiarity with quantitative research methods.
  • A curious and collaborative mindset, with a strong interest in dynamics of social change.
  • Knowledge of the country proposed in your application.

Benefits


The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work within the Global Development Section in the Department of Food and Resource Economics at the University of Copenhagen, and will be part of an inter-disciplinary research environment.


Others


The application must include a motivated letter of application, a project proposal, curriculum vitae, diplomas, and pdf copies of your 2 best and most relevant publications. The deadline for applications is 4 October 2024.



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