Dear colleagues, The following postdoc position based in the Netherlands may be of interest to some on this list-serv. Please contact Dr. Daniela Stockmann. Best, Min _____________________________________________________________ Min Jiang (Ph.D. Purdue), Associate Professor of Communication Studies College Diversity Coordinator, College of Liberal Arts & Sciences Affiliate Faculty, International Studies Affiliate Researcher, Center for Advanced Research in the Humanities, Complex Systems Institute 5011 Colvard N., UNCC, 9201 University City Blvd. Charlotte, NC 28223 704-687-0768 | Min.Jiang@uncc.edu | Twitter @mindyjiang Website: http://clas-pages.uncc.edu/min-jiang/ Research Affiliate Center for Global Communication Studies, University of Pennsylvania http://www.linkedin.com/in/minjiang _____________________________________________________________ Postdoctoral Researcher in the project “Authoritarianism 2.0”(1.0 fte) Vacancy number: 13-248 Leiden University's Institute of Political Science invites applications for a postdoctoral researcher to take part in the research project "Authoritarianism2.0: The Internet, Political Discussion, and Authoritarian Rule in China," funded by the European Research Council (Starting Grant). In authoritarian regimes social media have often been described as 'liberation technology' that may potentially destabilize authoritarian rule. What is it about social media that mobilizes people to act, and what kind of social media, such as blogs or Twitter, are more influential than others? This five-year project investigates these questions in the context of China. Relying on qualitative and quantitative research methods, the project brings together a research team of one postdoctoral fellow and two PhD research assistants. Under the supervision of the principal investigator Daniela Stockmann, the postdoc will conduct research, writing, and organizational tasks. The Institute of Political Science has 40 faculty members, including many non-Dutch scholars, consistently receives high peer-reviewed ratings of its teaching and research programs, and houses a number of editorships of international refereed journals. With a long tradition in Chinese studies, Leiden University also offers a large community of China scholars, brought together by the profile area "Asian Modernities and Traditions" and the Modern East Asia Research Center. Requirements: The position requires a PhD in Political Science, Communication, Psychology, Sociology, Methodology, Chinese Studies, or a related discipline; thorough knowledge of social science research and data collection methods (qualitative and quantitative); strong skills in statistical analysis; and fluency in English and Chinese (Mandarin). Prior experience with fieldwork in China, survey development, experiments, or digital research methods are a plus. Position responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, collecting data as a member of a research team, analyzing data, contributing to scholarly publications and research reports based on results, maintaining research records, and aiding in conference organization. The successful candidate should be a team player and be able to work in a collaborative, multidisciplinary, and multicultural environment. What we offer: The position is fulltime with a preferred starting date of June 1, 2014. The researcher will be offered a two-year contract with the possibility of extension for up to four years. Travel to China, conference travel, and further training is supported by the project. Leiden University offers an attractive benefits package. Salary and benefits are in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities (12-month salary scale 11) € 3259, - per month gross, with additional holiday and end-of-year bonuses. Candidates from outside the Netherlands may be eligible for a substantial tax break. Leiden University is an equal opportunity employer. Further enquiries can be directed to Dr. Daniela Stockmann at ds@daniestockmann.net Applications (in English) should include: • Cover letter explaining the candidate's scholarly career, academic interests, prior experience and skills contributing to the position, and prospective or actual doctoral defense date; • Current curriculum vitae including publications; • One writing sample (limit of 40 pages); • Three references to be directly sent by referees. All documents should be sent electronically to vacature@fsw.leidenuniv.nl by January 15, 2014. This position will remain open until filled. We will send an acknowledgement email confirming receipt of your application within three working days. If you do not receive a confirmation within three days please phone us directly at +31 71 5273427.