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The Department of Sociology at Rice University (http://sociology.rice.edu) in Houston, TX is offering two postdoctoral fellowships (two years in length) to begin July 2024. Applicants are encouraged to pursue their own research agenda during the fellowship, but we will give priority to those who establish a collaborative research plan of mutual interest with one or more faculty members in the department.

For one position, we especially encourage applicants working in the area(s) of urban sociology, computational/quantitative methods, or spatial analysis. For the other position, we especially encourage applicants working in the area(s) of inequality/stratification, migration, or social networks. However, all interested applicants who broadly overlap with existing departmental strengths in inequality and culture are encouraged to apply.

Salary: $60,000
In addition to an annual salary of $60,000, the fellowship provides office space, computer equipment, and a $3,000 annual travel account. Teaching responsibilities are limited to one undergraduate course during the two years.

Requirements

• PhD or other doctoral degree in Sociology, or related fields. No substitutions for education allowed
• Skills Required
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, as well as oral presentation skills
  • Ability to work in a team environment, to participate actively, to collaborate and to motivate others
  • Ability to work independently and professionally with minimal supervision and direction
  • Excellent time management skills

Essential Functions

• Performs independent or collaborative specialized research.
• Teaching responsibilities are limited to one undergraduate course during the two years
• Mentors, oversees, and/or trains junior research team members
• Communicates the research findings through verbal presentations and publications/reports
• Supports project management
• Designs and implements research protocols; adapts new procedures, methods or instrumentation relative to research procedures
• Some research-related travel, as well as event attendance and engagement to the Department programs
• Performs all other duties as assigned

To apply, please combine the following materials into a single PDF: (1) cover letter, (2) a research statement, (3) curriculum vitae that lists 3 references at the bottom, and (4) two writing samples. If all the materials cannot be combined into a single file, additional files may be sent to jobs@rice.edu and egg2@rice.edu with the subject Sociology Postdoc 2871. Please make sure to include the names and contact information for 3 references who could provide letters of recommendation on the bottom of your CV.

Review of applications will begin on January 8th, 2024 and will continue until the position is filled. Applicants must have completed the PhD education requirement prior to start of the position. Inquiries may be directed to Prof. Elizabeth Roberto (eroberto@rice.edu), Prof. Christina Diaz (cd55@rice.edu), or Prof. Sergio Chavez (sc31@rice.edu).

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