Postdoctoral Research Fellow - Josef Korbel School of Global & Public Affairs
Position Summary
The Josef Korbel School of Global & Public Affairs at the University of Denver is seeking qualified candidates for a postdoctoral fellowship. This scholar will reside at the University of Denver for one full academic year. This post-doc will be an integral part of the Women’s Activities in Armed Rebellion (WAAR) research project, funded by the UN’s Complex Risk Analytics Fund (CRAF’d). The postdoc will also be invited to engage with Korbel and other research center initiatives, including conferences, commentary, and publications. They will also be invited to present their work in the weekly Korbel Research Seminar, where scholars present work-in-progress to PhD students, postdoctoral fellows, faculty, and other members of the Korbel Community.
Essential Functions
- Facilitate the coding of qualitative material into a quantitative dataset
- Develop a practitioner-oriented handbook
- Facilitate the creation of a qualitative handbook detailing women’s participation in ~1000 armed groups
- Prepare quantitative and qualitative data for publication in journal articles and book projects
- Participate in biweekly meetings with a faculty mentor
- Actively participate in the weekly Korbel Research Seminar
- Conduct independent and collaborative research
- Collaborate with Korbel faculty on additional research projects as consistent with their interests and expertise
- Participate in events and workshops hosted by research centers, at the guidance of faculty mentors
Required Qualifications
- Substantial progress toward a PhD in Political Science, International Studies, Sociology, or other relevant discipline
- Experience conducting research on the gender dynamics of armed conflict, with particular attention to women’s experiences, and rebellion during civil wars
- Experience working with qualitative and quantitative data
- Experience working in a collaborative research team
- Applicants should complete all requirements for their Ph.D. by August 1, 2026
- Demonstrated excellence in research and/or teaching on international affairs, broadly conceived
Application
To be considered, please submit your application materials by 4:00 p.m. (MST) August 18, 2026. Applications must be submitted online through jobs.du.edu.
Work Schedule
Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Salary
$65,000
Benefits
The University of Denver offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO pass.