The Department of International Studies at the American University of Sharjah (AUS), United Arab Emirates, is seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic Postdoctoral Associate to work with Dr. Bethany Shockley and her US-based collaborator, Dr. Yuree Noh on an experimental study of egalitarianism in the UAE and Tunisia. The anticipated appointment is expected to start on September 1, 2024 and end on May 30, 2025.



The ideal candidate will play an integral role in supporting the collection and analysis of experimental data on the opinions of nationals and non-national residents in the UAE. Specifically, the individual will work with the AUS-based team of graduate and undergraduate assistants to conduct lab and survey experiments under the direction of Dr. Bethany Shockley and Dr. Yuree Noh. It is expected that the postdoctoral scholar will join the team in actively publishing research findings and presenting research.



Qualifications and Skills Required

The applicant needs to have obtained a PhD in political science or related fields such as economics, psychology, or sociology with research experience. The successful applicant will have excellent quantitative methods skills with an emphasis on lab and/or survey experiments.  The position is open to applicants with topical knowledge in areas such as public opinion, populism, migration studies, gender & politics, authoritarianism, and state-society relations. Prior experience in the Arab Gulf region and knowledge of Arabic will also be considered favorably but are not required.



This position is based in Sharjah, UAE, and the selected candidate must be willing to relocate. Sharjah is a diverse and multicultural city, only 25 minutes from Dubai. The terms of employment are competitive. Applications will be reviewed immediately, and candidates will be considered until the position is filled. You are welcome to contact Dr. Bethany Shockley [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]> or Dr. Yuree Noh [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]> at with any questions about the position.



How to Apply

·         Interested applicants should fill out the form<https://forms.aus.edu/240571510348855>.



·         The application is to include the following:

        *   A curriculum vitae with a full publication list.
        *   A cover letter with a statement of research interests, a writing sample and 2 letters of references.



AUS is an equal opportunity employer. We adhere to a policy of making employment decisions without regard to race, color, age, gender, religion, national origin, disability or marital status. Opportunities for employment are based solely upon one’s qualifications.



Original posting: https://www.aus.edu/employment/postdoctoral-research-assistant-college-of-arts-and-sciences





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