Zwan Postdoctoral Associate: Rice University’s Boniuk Institute for the Study and Advancement of Religious Tolerance is seeking applications for the position of Zwan Postdoctoral Associate. This role, based in Houston, TX, offers a unique opportunity for a postdoctoral associate with a background in social sciences to contribute to research on religious discrimination, victimization, and diversity in the workplace and society. The position involves quantitative and/or qualitative analysis of national data collections, grant-funded research implementation, and active participation in the development of grant proposals related to religious diversity.
- 🎓 Postdoc reports to the Associate Director of Research and Institute Director.
- 🌐 Responsibilities include analyzing national data, grant-funded research (interviews, GIS mapping, survey design), and proposal development.
- 🏡 In-residence position at Rice University’s Boniuk Institute, with programming and professional development opportunities.
- 📚 No teaching responsibilities; chance for independent research projects.
- 📜 Minimum requirement: PhD in social sciences with expertise in race and religion, immigration, urban contexts, or cross-national research.
- 🛠️ Skills required: Proficiency in quantitative/qualitative analysis software, urban mapping (GIS), strong data organization, and project management.
Designation: Postdoctoral Associate
Research Area: Social Sciences with expertise in the study of race and religion, religion and immigration, religion and urban contexts, or cross-national research related to religious pluralism and diversity.
Location: Houston, TX, United States
Eligibility/Qualification: Minimum Requirements:
- PhD in social sciences with expertise in the specified research areas.
- PhD must be in hand by the start date.
Skills Required:
- Proficiency in quantitative or qualitative data analysis software (e.g., STATA, R, NVivo).
- Proficiency in urban mapping with GIS preferred.
- Strong data organization and project management skills.
Job Description: The Zwan Postdoctoral Associate will:
- Conduct quantitative survey and/or qualitative interview analysis related to religious diversity, victimization, and discrimination.
- Manage grant-funded research, including coordinating qualitative interviews, conducting urban GIS mapping projects, and assisting with survey design and validation.
- Assist in developing grant proposals for new data collections on religious diversity and conflict.
- Work on independent research projects related to religion and religious diversity.
- Participate in programming and professional development with the Boniuk Institute.
- Have the opportunity to pursue independent research projects, including publishing from their dissertation or other ongoing research.
- No teaching responsibilities associated with the position.
How to Apply: To apply, please submit a CV and a brief statement of research experience and interests in PDF format through the application portal [here](Application Link).
Last Date for Apply: The initial deadline for complete applications is August 1, 2024. Applications will be reviewed regularly thereafter until the position is filled.
Table: Application Materials
| Required Materials | How to Submit |
|---|---|
| 1) CV and a brief statement of research experience | [Application Link](Application Link) |
| and interests in PDF format |
