Postdoctoral Researcher in Dealing with the Past (80 – 100 %)
swisspeace fosters national and international excellence in peace research, teaching, and training by partnering with academics worldwide and using inter- and transdisciplinary approaches. Postdoctoral Researcher in Dealing with the Past (80 – 100 %)
Starting date: 1 October 2026 (or by agreement)
Postdocs at swisspeace are affiliated with the University of Basel’s Department of Social Sciences, where they have the opportunity to teach and enjoy full access to the university’s resources. The appointed postdoctoral researcher will be supported in acquiring longer-term third-party research funding.
Develop innovative research projects and acquire research funding from Swiss and international research funding bodies
Generate and disseminate high-quality research outputs in the form of publications and other scientific communication in the areas of dealing with the past and transitional justice
Teach at the University of Basel at undergraduate and postgraduate levels as well as in swisspeace’s continuing education program
PhD degree in a field related to dealing with the past (e.g., political science, international relations, social anthropology, urban or gender studies, international law, psychology) awarded at least one year prior to the application deadline
High-quality publications in accordance with career stage
art, memory and creative practices
A proactive and well-organized approach to research and project implementation
Excellent written and oral communication skills in English; additional language skills relevant to the field are an asset
Excellent working conditions, flexible office hours and an attractive workplace in the city of Basel
The initial appointment is for one year, with the expectation of renewal for a second year if submissions of high quality were made. We look forward to receiving your complete application in English by 6 September 2026, including:
A two-page concept note outlining a research project to be developed into a future grant proposal.
Staff (Temporary)
Starting date: 1 October 2026 (or by agreement)
Postdocs at swisspeace are affiliated with the University of Basel’s Department of Social Sciences, where they have the opportunity to teach and enjoy full access to the university’s resources. The appointed postdoctoral researcher will be supported in acquiring longer-term third-party research funding.
Develop innovative research projects and acquire research funding from Swiss and international research funding bodies
Generate and disseminate high-quality research outputs in the form of publications and other scientific communication in the areas of dealing with the past and transitional justice
Teach at the University of Basel at undergraduate and postgraduate levels as well as in swisspeace’s continuing education program
PhD degree in a field related to dealing with the past (e.g., political science, international relations, social anthropology, urban or gender studies, international law, psychology) awarded at least one year prior to the application deadline
High-quality publications in accordance with career stage
art, memory and creative practices
A proactive and well-organized approach to research and project implementation
Excellent written and oral communication skills in English; additional language skills relevant to the field are an asset
Excellent working conditions, flexible office hours and an attractive workplace in the city of Basel
The initial appointment is for one year, with the expectation of renewal for a second year if submissions of high quality were made. We look forward to receiving your complete application in English by 6 September 2026, including:
A two-page concept note outlining a research project to be developed into a future grant proposal.
Staff (Temporary)
