Senior Research Associate

Date Posted: 12/09/2024
Req ID:40947
Faculty/Division: Faculty of Arts & Science
Department: Citizen Lab
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)

Description:

The Citizen Lab at the Munk School of Global Affairs & Public Policy at the University of Toronto invites applications for a Senior Research Associate. The anticipated start date is February 1, 2025.

The Citizen Lab (https://citizenlab.ca/) is an interdisciplinary laboratory focusing on research, development, and high-level strategic policy and legal engagement at the intersection of information and communication technologies, human rights, and global security. The Senior Research Associate will report to the Citizen Lab Director.

The Senior Research Associate will be responsible for leading research projects across a range of topics including but not limited to state surveillance of and digital threats against civil society in China and Chinese diaspora communities outside China, as well as biometric surveillance and digital identification programs implemented by state and non-state actors in key countries, including but not limited to China.

Duties will include conducting primary research, collecting and analyzing data, producing written reports, presenting research at public forums, contributing to grant reporting and overall research program planning, and supervising junior staff, students, and fellows.

Applicants should apply online at the link below and include a covering letter, curriculum vitae and three reference names with their contact addresses and phone numbers. Any questions regarding this position should be directed to Celine Bauwens at celine.bauwens@utoronto.ca..

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education – PhD in political science with a focus on East Asia.

Experience – 7 years of experience in research and project management. Demonstrated academic publication record in relevant areas. Experience in consulting with and writing for think tanks and other non-academic organizations.

Skills – Excellent research and analysis skills as well as strong oral and written communication skills. Superior problem solving and analytical ability. Demonstrated knowledge of research methods and literature in relevant fields (e.g. Role of technology in authoritarian states, political repression in China). Demonstrated ability to communicate complex research methods and technical issues to individuals from a range of research and technical backgrounds. Fluent in writing and speaking in Mandarin Chinese.

Other – Demonstrated ability to provide mentorship and act as a responsible supervisor for junior researchers and students. Demonstrated sensitivity to organizational priorities and able to meet multiple deadlines. Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment. Shows initiative, good judgement and tact. Detail-oriented and accurate. Willingness and ability to learn new techniques on the job and keep up to date in the field.

Additional skills required include project management, leadership and interpersonal skills to assist in the guidance and implementation of the research project that is comprised of a multi-disciplinary and international team of scholars.

Closing Date: 12/17/2024,11:59PM ET
Employee Group: Research Associate 
Appointment Type: Grant - Continuing 
Schedule: Full-Time
Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone: R02 -- Sr. Research Associates $61,510 - $107,439 - $124,864 (open)
Job Category: Research Administration & Teaching