Postdoctoral Researcher in Criminology and Sociology (Longitudinal Analysis, Causal Inference) at Universitat Pompeu Fabra

Universitat Pompeu Fabra in Barcelona is seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher in Criminology and Sociology to join a high-impact project on Intimate Partner Violence (IPV). The successful candidate will work within the Socio-Demography Research Group at the Department of Political and Social Sciences. The project focuses on evaluating the impact of penal and rehabilitative interventions on IPV desistance, conceptualizing reintegration as a multidimensional process that includes employment and health trajectories in addition to criminal records. The research utilizes a unique longitudinal dataset that links administrative records for offenders and victims in Catalonia. Advanced causal inference methods will be applied to identify the most effective intervention strategies. The position is ideal for candidates with strong quantitative skills who are interested in using data-driven approaches to address social issues such as violence against women. Applicants should hold a PhD in Sociology, Criminology, or a related field, and have experience with longitudinal data analysis and causal inference. Familiarity with administrative datasets and a research interest in intimate partner violence are highly desirable. The position is based at UPF in Barcelona, Spain, and offers the opportunity to contribute to impactful research in a collaborative academic environment. The application deadline is March 15th, 2026. For more information and to apply, visit the official UPF job posting. This is a postdoctoral research position; specific funding details are not provided in the announcement.