As postdoc researcher in this project you will:

• Conduct independent, high-quality survey and content analysis;

• Write academic articles with other team members (including the PI and a PhD);

• Contribute to dissemination activities like writing policy briefs, opinion pieces, and organizing stakeholder workshops;

• Assist with project management tasks;

• Teach courses in the political science BSc and/or MSc programme (for 0.2 fte).

In addition, you are expected to live within commuting distance of Amsterdam and take active part in team meetings and the research environment. Mentoring and support to prepare for your next career steps will be available.

You have:

• A PhD degree with a relevant specialisation within the social sciences, preferably Political Science or Political Sociology. (The degree must be obtained before the employment starting date);

• Critical analytical skills and demonstrated affinity with political agency, representation, intersecting inequalities and/or care work;

• Strong quantitative research skills, in particular survey data analysis, combined with an openness towards other methodological approaches. Experience with mixed methods research design is a plus;

• A good publication record or a demonstrated publication potential;

• The flexibility and creativeness needed to deal with potential obstacles and a willingness to try out new approaches;

• Excellent English oral and written communication skills;

• The ability to work independently and in an interdisciplinary mixed-methods team.

In general, you are an enthusiastic colleague who shows curiosity and engagement and who likes to share knowledge and help others.

This is a temporary employment contract for 38 hours per week for the duration of 24 months (with the option of working 0.8fte / 30,4 hours per week for the duration of 30 months). The preferred starting date is 1 November 2025. We offer excellent secondary employment conditions, including paid parental leave and an end-of-year bonus.

The research project in which you will be embedded offers a stimulating and supportive working environment. As project member, you will have the opportunity to attend national and international conferences and events.