Postdoctoral Researcher in Latin American Studies (m/w/d)

Your tasks

The successful candidate will :

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
30+ days ago