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Universität Basel
Postdoc position in sustainable agri-food system governance 100%
Basel
FULL TIME
November 25, 2024
The project EXPECT-AGRI
The production of agricultural commodities such as coffee, cocoa, or palm oil is associated with deforestation, forced and child labor, and smallholder poverty. European governments currently aim to address these challenges via the introduction of mandatory supply chain sustainability legislation such as due diligence regulations and import restrictions.
This five-year research project aims to examine the impact of such sustainability laws in the supply chains of coffee, cocoa and palm oil. What expectations do these laws create between the regulatory authorities and the companies that trade in these commodities? And how do these expectations in turn influence the shift towards more sustainable agriculture? The project will examine these questions via a combination of qualitative (e.g. expert interviews, Q-methodology, case study analysis) and quantitative (e.g. company surveys) research, including fieldwork in commodity-producing countries.
As part of the EXPECT-AGRI, your specific focus will be on ex-post lobbying and the negotiation of compliance between regulated businesses and regulators in the EU and Swiss context, applying the Discursive Agency Approach (or a similar method) to the policy negotiations surrounding the EU Deforestation Regulation, the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive and other similar laws.
You will further collaborate with another postdoctoral researcher in developing and implementing a company-level survey, and will mentor Master's and doctoral students as part of the EXPECT-AGRI project. Place of work will be Basel, Switzerland.
The appointment is scheduled to begin on March 1, 2025, or at the earliest convenience of the successful candidate.
Applicants should have completed a Ph D in a relevant field such as political science, political economy, public policy/administration, global governance, sustainability research, sociology, or another social science discipline. The candidate should have demonstrated experience in the use of qualitative (and, ideally, quantitative) research methods, and ideally have experience in conducting elite interviews in the European Union or Swiss context.
We are looking for someone with a proficient level in English, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, a strong work ethic, the ability to work independently, and a high willingness to collaborate.
This position is for an initial period of three years, with the possibility of extension within the project duration.
As part of the very interdisciplinary Sustainability Research Group of the University of Basel, you will be able to work in a scientifically highly stimulating environment. You will join a supportive and collaborative work environment with regular meetings and exchanges. We further support participation in a broad and well-established international research network.
You will work closely with Professor Janina Grabs (head of the Sustainability Research Group), and be provided with ample opportunity to develop your own academic leadership profile in preparation for the next steps of the career ladder. We offer dedicated faculty mentorship to support your academic progress. Further, we offer modern research facilities and an excellent scientific environment at Basel University.
The successful candidate will be offered an attractive remuneration package (salary, social benefits) in accordance with the guidelines of the University, with access to the University's rich program of Continuing Education, Language Teaching and University Sports.
The University of Basel is an equal opportunity employer; women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply.
Application / Contact
Please submit your complete application documents, including a brief (max. 2 pages) cover letter explaining how your qualifications and experience make you a good fit for this position, a CV, a copy of your Ph D certificate (or explanation of when you will defend), and the contact details of at least two academic references via our online recruiting platform. We accept online applications only.
For further information, please contact Janina Grabs, janina.grabs@unibas.ch. Review of applications will begin January 6, 2025.
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