Postdoctoral researcher in Gender Studies

The Division of Gender Studies is an interdisciplinary unit within a larger department together with Sociology and Social Anthropology, situated at the Faculty of Social Sciences at Lund University. We are now seeking a postdoctoral researcher within the framework of the research project Gender Struggles in the New Conjuncture, funded by the Knut and Alice Wallenberg Foundation. The project investigates anti-gender networks as well as feminist and LGBTQI+ networks in Europe, aiming to capture the meanings of gender and sexuality in these actors’ tactics, political agendas, and social visions, as well as their impact on human rights and democracy in Europe.

You will be part of a committed and interdisciplinary team with a strong research profile and close collaboration among researchers. Scholars at the Divisoin of Gender Studies are prominent in advancing and critically examining various understandings of gender and gender relations, and have a long-standing tradition of exploring gender and sexuality from intersectional, postcolonial, and interdisciplinary perspectives in both global and local contexts.

Project Description

The purpose of the overarching research project is to investigate how struggles over gender and sexuality shape contemporary political and social landscapes in Europe. The project examines both feminist and LGBTQI+ movements advocating for expanded rights, as well as hybrid alliances between anti-gender networks, religious fundamentalists, conservatives, and far-right movements opposing these advancements. The research project aims to contribute new knowledge about the emerging normative foundations of society in the wake of today’s divergent mobilizations. The project is led by Professor Mia Liinason. Read more about the project: Gender Struggles in the New Conjuncture.

We are now looking for a postdoctoral researcher to conduct research focusing on the emergence of anti-gender ideology within transnational diaspora communities and far-right movements among transnational migrant groups and diaspora communities within and outside Europe. The research will also examine the interactions of feminist and LGBTQI+ movements with these groups. The position requires that you are motivated to conduct high-quality research and that you have previous knowledge of ethnographic fieldwork, including digital ethnography, as well as advanced knowledge of diaspora communities in the region(s) where the project will be carried out.

Duties and responsibilities

As a postdoctoral researcher, you will:

• Conduct ethnographic fieldwork focusing on transnational diaspora communities and migrant groups within and outside Europe.
• Collect and analyze high-quality data.
• Develop your own research questions within the framework of the project.
• Participate in regular project meetings and collaborate closely with other members of the research group.
• Publish scientific articles, both independently and in collaboration with others.
• Teach up to 20% of your working hours.

Qualifications

Requirements for the position are:

• Doctoral degree in gender studies or another relevant discipline.
• Documented experience of digital ethnography and ethnographic interview methods.
• Advanced knowledge of diaspora communities in the region(s) where the project will be carried out.
• Strong ability to develop and conduct high-quality research.
• Very good knowledge of English, both spoken and written.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Analytical acumen, creativity, and responsibility.

The following are considered an advantage for the position:

• Doctoral degree obtained no more than three years prior to the final application date.
• Experience in research in digital cultures.
• Good pedagogical skills and teaching experience.
• Experience in co-authoring and scientific collaboration

We offer

Lund University is a government agency, which means special benefits such as generous vacation time, parental leave, and occupational pension. The Division of Gender Studies offers a creative and inclusive work environment with excellent opportunities for professional development.

About the position

• Type of employment: Fixed-term employment according to the postdoctoral agreement.
• Scope: 100% (80% research and 20% teaching)
• Duration: Three years
• Start date: By agreement
• Location: Lund

Other

You are expected to be present on campus in Lund during your employment period in order to actively participate in project meetings and contribute to the research environment.

How to apply

Applications must be submitted via the university's recruitment system.

Applications must include:

1. A personal letter (max. 2 pages)
2. A CV including a list of publications and copies of degree certificates
3. Your doctoral thesis and 1–3 scientific publications (including a specification of your contribution as an author in co-authored works)
4. A research plan presenting the proposed research area within the framework of the overall project “Gender Struggles in a New Conjuncture,” max. 5 pages (excluding references), in Swedish or English.
5. Contact details for two references

Incomplete applications will not be considered.