The Mamdouha S. Bobst Center for Peace and Justice at Princeton University, under the auspices of the Department of Politics and in collaboration with the School of Public and International Affairs, invites applications for postdoctoral or more senior research position for the 2026-2027 year. Renewal is contingent on satisfactory performance and continued funding. The aim of the program is to promote a group of promising scholars in the broad area of comparative politics, with a special but not exclusive focus on state formation, political regimes, and national identities. This position is overseen by Professor Carles Boix, Robert Garrett Professor of Politics and Public Affairs.Applications are welcome from scholars who have or expect to have a Ph.D. in the fields of political science, history, political sociology, and economics. The work location for this position is in-person, on campus at Princeton University, for the duration of the appointment (anticipated to be September 1, 2026, through August 31, 2027).For full consideration, apply by December 31, 2025, 11:59 p.m. EST.Interested applicants must apply online at https://www.princeton.edu/acad-positions/position/40821 and submit a CV, cover letter, writing sample, transcript and the names and contact information of three references. The cover letter should describe how applicants might engage in collaborative research projects with Princeton politics faculty members.Successful applicants will be provided a competitive salary, standard benefits, and an annual allowance to support conference and career development travel. Successful applicants will be notified of the outcome of their application in February 2026.For more information about the Comparative Politics Postdoctoral Program at the Mamdouha S. Bobst Center for Peace and Justice, please contact Michelle Anderson, Program Manager at mcanders@princeton.edu.This position is subject to the University's background check policy. This position is in-person, on-campus at Princeton University.Princeton University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Expected Salary Range: $72,000 - $76,000

The University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's qualifications, work experience, education/training, key skills, market, collective bargaining agreements as applicable, and organizational considerations when extending an offer. The posted salary range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate for a full-time position; salaries for part-time positions are pro-rated accordingly.

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Requisition No: D-26-POL-00007

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