Please circulate widely and forward to interested candidates. Best wishes, Christian Berndt
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The Department of Geography, University of Zurich is advertising a
*PhD position in Economic Geography*
The successful applicant will be part of the Economic Geography Division and join a dynamic, internationally oriented research team. We are looking for candidates with research interests in the fields of Labor Geographies and/or Global Commodity Chains, and with ambitions to be present internationally (publications, conferences). Amongst your tasks will be the design and realization of a research project, limited contributions to our teaching program and participation in our regular administrative and research-related activities.
Applicants should have a Master degree in Human Geography, Sociology, Political Science or any other relevant social sciences discipline. We expect a good proficiency in English and experience with qualitative and/or quantitative methods.
We offer a stimulating and exciting work environment which provides plenty of opportunities to develop your academic career. Members of the research group profit from international contacts and opportunities to attend conferences and workshops. We expect the successful applicant to work on his/her own initiative and play a productive role in our team.
The position (50%; 40’200-46’200 CHF p.a.) is initially limited to three years with a possible extension of additional three years. If you are interested, please send a letter of application, a full curriculum vitae including two names of possible referees, one to two writing samples (20 pages max., e.g. chapter of master thesis), and a short outline of dissertation ideas by e-mail to Perscheng Assef ([log in to unmask]). Please direct informal inquiries to Christian Berndt ([log in to unmask]).
*Closing date: 10 June 2010*
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