Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Political Science

Position ID:MIT-Political Science-DIRCIS [#24621]
Position Title: Director of Research and Principal Research Scientist
Position Type:Other
Position Location:Cambridge, Massachusetts 02139, United States [map] sort by distance
Subject Area: International Relations / International Relations
Salary Range:Competitive
Appl Deadline: (posted 2023/03/30, listed until 2023/10/31)
Position Description:    

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DIRECTOR OF RESEARCH / PRINCIPAL RESEARCH SCIENTIST, MIT Center for International Studies, will be responsible for overseeing research activities, data administration, visiting scholar engagement and fellowships. Research activities will include grant- and visitor-related research activities and engagements hosted by the Center, including the review and oversight of various awards. The individual will also maintain an active research agenda related to the mission of the Center. The Director of Research will report directly to the Center Director to develop a strategic approach to research initiatives and in consultation with other Center leadership to disseminate key findings to the MIT and broader communities.

Minimum Required Education And Experience: Ph.D. in a social science field related to international affairs and a strong record of scholarly publication appropriate for number of years since receipt of the degree. At least two years of experience studying, working, and/or conducting research overseas. Minimum of 2 years of experience as a researcher at research universities or other research organizations (external to the candidate’s PhD-granting institution).

The individual may need to travel up to 6 weeks / year for research, conferences, and exchanges. The individual may need to work up to 15 additional days and/ or nights/year for special events, workshops, etc.

Deals with confidential information and/or issues using discretion and judgment.

Preferred Education And Experience: Fluency in at least one foreign language. Advanced quantitative analysis and/or GIS analysis skills. Experience developing databases.

To be considered for this position, application material must be submitted by September 30, 2023.

MIT is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, ancestry, or national or ethnic origin. MIT’s full policy on Nondiscrimination can be found here. Employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background check, including verifying any finding of misconduct (or pending investigation) from prior employers.


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Contact: Diana S. Gallagher
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Department of Political Science
MIT
E53-470
77 Massachusetts Avenue
Cambridge, MA 02139
Web Page: http://web.mit.edu/polisci/index.shtml