Postdoctoral Researcher in Latin American Studies (m/w/d)
Your tasks
- perform research in the area of illegal or informal economies with a focus on Latin America. Research may address legality/illegality interfaces, i.e., linkages between illegal markets and governments, state agencies, or businesses (including social platforms and fintech offering digital payment services). Examples of illegal markets that may be the subject of research include wildlife, illicit drugs, human trafficking, and trafficking in cultural/archaeological artifacts, body parts, child sexual exploitation material, etc.
- submit papers to peer-reviewed journals and present at scientific conferences.
- engage in collaborations in an interdisciplinary environment (sociology, political science, international law, anthropology).
- apply for external research funding (e.g., SNSF, private foundations, etc.).
- assist with various tasks related to the chair and the Latin American studies in Switzerland. You will be involved in the administration of the Swiss Society of Americanists, the Swiss School of Latin American Studies, and the Centro Latinoamericano-Suizo.
- work in their office on a daily basis.
Your profile
- Ph.D. degree in sociology, political science, anthropology, development studies, or a related discipline.
- documented knowledge of the Latin American region.
- strong interest in academic research and proficiency in qualitative and (to a lesser degree) quantitative research methods.
- experience conducting and managing research projects in the Latin American region is an advantage.
- track record of international publications, third-party funding, and participation in academic bodies.
- ability to work effectively, both independently and collaboratively, in an interdisciplinary and international research team
- excellent written and verbal communication skills in English. German and/or Spanish language skills are an advantage
Please apply with a copy of their most recent curriculum vitae (including current or expected degree(s) and results of all university examinations), a research proposal and a personal statement describing the reasons for wishing a postdoc position in this area (no more than one page), and the names of two academic referees (who will be contacted in the event of a shortlist).
For more information, please contact Prof. Dr. Matías Dewey (matias.dewey@unisg.ch).
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
Inspirational Work Environment
Executive Education
Network
Family & Career
Equal Opportunities
Fit and Healthy
Inspirational Work Environment
At the HSG, as Europe's leading business university, we operate in an entrepreneurial environment where you will meet highly qualified, ambitious experts - both regionally and internationally. For example, you benefit from a modern IT infrastructure and, in our library via HSGswisscovery, from nationwide access to the wealth of scientific information available.
Executive Education
We support internal and external executive education opportunities. Our internal executive education programme offers you a practical, dedicated and didactically mature transfer of knowledge in the form of seminars, e-learning, coaching and collegial advice. We support task-specific external training and executive education financially as well as with regard to the time required.
Network
We promote our culture of cross-functional collaboration and create space for forging valuable relationships - also with external partners. Regular exchanges and internal events help to strengthen these relationships and make them long-lasting.
Family & Career
We provide our employees with flexible work time models with a variable number of hours per week. As a family-friendly employer, we offer part-time positions, 16 weeks of maternity leave and a subsidised crèche, as well as support with childcare during the vacations.
Equal Opportunities
The University enables equal opportunities for all employees and students. This applies to degree courses and work, as well as academic careers, university management positions and the reconciliation of studies, work and private commitments. We are committed to this with various measures in the areas of teaching, research, administration and the Presidency.
Fit and Healthy
We help you stay fit and healthy. In addition to our diverse range of sports activities at the university, most of which are free of charge, and campaign weeks for corporate health management, we also offer you fruit in the workplace. In our canteen you will find a wide selection of freshly prepared meals - from vegetarian to fish dishes - at discounted prices.
Further information on working at the HSG can be found here.
For job-related questions
Professor of Latin American Studies
matias.dewey@unisg.ch
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University of St.Gallen
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