Josef Korbel School of International Studies, University of Denver

Denver, CO

Joint Post-Doctoral Fellowship with Oxfam America

Deadline: September 1, 2021

Department(s): Sié Chéou-Kang Center for International Security & Diplomacy

Type of Appointment: Term Contract

The Sié Chéou-Kang Center for International Security and Diplomacy at the University of Denver's Josef Korbel School of International Studies and Oxfam America are seeking qualified candidates for an innovative post-doctoral scholar program. The goal of this position is to contribute to the mission of both organizations through collaborative research on policy-relevant questions related to women's leadership and feminist U.S. foreign policy. This position will serve as a bridge between Oxfam and the Sié Center and develop a collaborative project.

We will accept applications from candidates who specialize in gender-related leadership and U.S. foreign policy. We are particularly interested in applicants who have examined how to implement a feminist and intersectional foreign policy and/or the potential for establishing a Department of Women's Equality in the U.S.

The Fellowship will begin September 1, 2021. The fellowship will extend for a one-year term, with the individuals time spent at both Oxfam America (in Boston and/or Washington, DC) and the Sié Center at the University of Denver.

The Sié Center is a center of excellence within the Josef Korbel School that leads research, education, and policy programs focused on global security, prosperity, and social justice. Ten faculty, visiting and post-doctoral scholars, and over 30 Korbel M.A. and PhD students contribute to the center's activities. While at the Sié Center, post-doctoral fellows have opportunities to work with center faculty and graduate students, engage with relevant policy practitioners, and receive administrative and research/travel support sufficient to allow the completion of a major research product. Fellows will be expected to attend and contribute to a seminar series and engage with other program initiatives including conferences, commentary, and publications.

Oxfam America is part of an international confederation of 20 organizations networked together in more than 90 countries, as part of a global movement for change, to build a future free from the injustice of poverty.

Area(s) of Specialization Desired: We will accept applications from candidates who specialize in gender-related leadership and U.S. foreign policy. We are particularly interested in applicants who have examined how to implement a feminist and intersectional foreign policy and/or the potential for establishing a Department of Women's Equality in the U.S.

Position Start Date: September 1, 2021

HR Application Link (if applicable):

https://jobs.du.edu/en-us/job/493565/postdoctoral-fellowship-josef-korbel-school-of-international-studies

Essential Functions : Conduct independent and collaborative research, with a focus on policy-relevant empirical research related to women's leadership and intersectional foreign policy. With organizational partners, develop a joint Oxfam- Sié Center collaborative project (workshop or other sets of activities that will increase cooperation between the organizations and promote joint interests). Work with Sié Center faculty and Oxfam staff on additional research projects as consistent with his/her interests and expertise. Participate in events and workshops hosted by Oxfam and the Sié Center. Present research findings to interdisciplinary academic audiences as well as Oxfam staff focused on research, policy/advocacy, and programs.

Starting Salary: 50,000 - 55,000