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Postdoctoral Research Fellow

Employer
George Mason University
Location
Fairfax, VA
Salary
Commensurate with education and experience.
Closing date
Sep 6, 2023

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Industry
Education
Function
Analyst, Research
Hours
Full Time
Career Level
Experienced (Non-Manager)

Job Details

Institute for Immigration ResearchShrivastava Family Graduate Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Immigration Research The George Mason University, Institute for Immigration Research (IIR) invites applications for a one-year, renewable position as the Shrivastava Family Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Immigration Research. The successful candidate's areas of specialization will include immigration, economic, social and political consequences of migration, quality of life, and the overall issues related to immigration policy. This position is critical to the success of the IIR and requires the full understanding and active participation in fulfilling the mission of the IIR.George Mason University has a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff, and strongly encourages candidates to apply who will enrich Mason's academic and culturally inclusive environment.Responsibilities:The Institute for Immigration Research (IIR) Postdoctoral Researcher position reports to and is managed by the Director of the IIR. This position has three major areas of responsibility: support, management, and research.The Shrivastava Family Graduate Postdoctoral Fellow in Immigration Research is expected to:Mentor and supervise graduate and undergraduate students in their acquisition of skills and preparation of research materials;Be an integral part of the Immigration Data on Demand (iDod) service, to include allocating tasks and maintaining/improving the system for public use;Pursue research ideas, to include publishing in academic venues, presenting at academic conferences, assisting with obtaining research grants, and the development of new research endeavors;Represent the IIR with various publics, to include collaboration with the Immigrant Learning Center of Malden, MA, the publication of research in public venues, and responding to media inquiries; andPlay a vital role in the IIR activities including colloquia, events, partnerships, and projects.Required Qualifications:The successful candidate must have earned a Ph.D., or have completed it by August 24, 2023, in sociology, anthropology, political science, economics, demography, or related field, as well as:Understanding of U.S. immigration system and policies;Knowledge of ESRI ArcGIS;Advanced quantitative research skills;Excellent written communication skills demonstrated by prior publications;Advanced knowledge of:Multiple scripting languages and tools for quantitative analysis;Qualitative and/or textual analysis;Database competency, including data extraction and manipulation;Microsoft Office Suite;The ability to manage/oversee multiple projects; andTechnical competency to adapt to new technological systems.Preferred Qualifications:Candidates with a strong background in the following areas are preferred:Advanced qualitative research skills;Familiarity with migration policies of other countries; andMentorship and supervision of students.

For full consideration, applicants must apply for position number F9626z at https://jobs.gmu.edu/ by July 14, 2023; complete and submit the online application; and upload a cover letter, CV, and a list of three professional references with contact information. In the cover letter, please discuss your qualifications, research experience, and fit with the IIR and position responsibilities. For more information, contact IIR Director, Dr. James Witte: jwitte@gmu.edu. Applicants must apply to this posting prior to contacting Dr. Witte.

"Great Careers Begin at Mason! George Mason University is an innovative, entrepreneurial institution with national distinction in both academics and research. Mason holds a top U.S. News and World Report "Up and Coming" spot for national universities and is recognized for its global appeal and excellence in higher education.Mason is currently the largest and most diverse university in Virginia with students and faculty from all 50 states and over 135 countries studying in over 200 degree programs at campuses in Arlington, Fairfax and Prince William, as well as at learning locations across the commonwealth. Rooted in Mason's diversity is a campus culture that is both rewarding and exciting, work that is meaningful, and opportunities to both collaborate and create.If you are interested in joining the Mason family take a look at our current opportunities and catch some Mason spirit at jobs.gmu.edu/!George Mason University, Where Innovation is Tradition."

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George Mason University is a university with three campuses, each with a distinctive academic focus that plays a critical role in the economy of its region. At each campus, students, faculty, and staff have full access to all the university's resources, while duplication of programs and support services is minimized through the use of technology. In addition to the main campus in Fairfax, the university has campuses in Arlington and Prince William Counties.

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