Doctoral Student in Environmental Politics in Zürich

100%, Zurich, temporary

The International Political Economy Group of Professor Thomas Bernauer is offering a fully funded position for a Doctoral Student in Environmental Politics.

The International Political Economy / International Environmental Politics research group at the Center for Comparative and International Studies (CIS) is led by Prof. Thomas Bernauer (). Its research and teaching focuses on political and other conditions under which environmental and economic problems that extend beyond national borders can be solved. Depending on her/his particular skills and interests, the new doctoral student will be embedded in and contribute to one or more of the group’s research projects.

The successful candidate should hold a Master degree in political science, political economy, or economics, and be very familiar with political science/political economy theories, quantitative empirical methods, and preferably also survey methods. The position will start in autumn 2020, the funding is for up to four years.

ETH Zurich is one of the world’s leading universities specialising in science and technology. We are renowned for our excellent education, cutting-edge fundamental research and direct transfer of new knowledge into society. Over 30,000 people from more than 120 countries find our university to be a place that promotes independent thinking and an environment that inspires excellence. Located in the heart of Europe, yet forging connections all over the world, we work together to develop solutions for the global challenges of today and tomorrow.