Postdoctoral Research Fellow Opportunity: Research for Economic Security and Peace (RESP)

Applications are now open for a Postdoctoral Research Fellow position with the Research for Economic Security and Peace (RESP) project. This is an excellent opportunity for early-career researchers interested in international political economy, economic security, peace, and cross-national data analysis.

The successful candidate will work closely with Professor Yeling Tan, contributing to the empirical and analytical foundation of the RESP project. The role involves building and analyzing new cross-national datasets, producing high-quality research outputs, and supporting the coordination of a dynamic research team.

About the RESP Project

The Research for Economic Security and Peace (RESP) project examines how economic policies and international cooperation can promote peace and strengthen economic security across countries.

The project combines rigorous data analysis with policy-relevant research to generate evidence that informs global debates on development, governance, and international relations.

Key Responsibilities

The Postdoctoral Research Fellow will:

• Construct and analyze new cross-national datasets
• Conduct advanced empirical and analytical research
• Contribute to academic publications and research outputs
• Provide administrative support to the project team
• Mentor and guide junior researchers
• Collaborate closely with Professor Yeling Tan and project partners

Who Should Apply

This role is ideal for researchers with strong quantitative and analytical skills and an interest in topics such as:

• Economic security
• Peace and conflict
• International political economy
• Development economics
• Data science and policy research

Benefits of the Position

Successful applicants will gain:

• Opportunity to work with a leading academic researcher
• Involvement in a high-impact international research project
• Experience in large-scale cross-national data construction
• Mentorship and collaboration within an interdisciplinary team
• Career development in academic and policy research

Application Deadline

Applications must be submitted by:

26 May 2026 at 12:00 noon (UK time)

How to Apply

Learn more about the project.

Submit your application.

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