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Postdoctoral Associate in Global Labor and Work Cornell University in United States
Degree Level
Postdoc
Field of study
Sociology
Funding
$70,000.00 salary plus a modest research budget and moving allowance; full-time term appointment with possible second-year extension depending on available funding and work.
Deadline
Nov 30, 2026
Country
United States
University
Cornell University
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About this position
The School of Industrial and Labor Relations at Cornell University is seeking a postdoctoral associate for its Global Labor and Work department. The appointment is centered on research about international organizations, with a particular emphasis on the study of labor rights and international labor standards.
The successful candidate will contribute to Professor Dina Bishara's ongoing project on ILO supervisory mechanisms, especially the work of the Committee on the Application of Standards as it reviews states’ compliance with ILO conventions. The role is framed within the broader research environment of Cornell ILR, an institution focused on work, employment, and labor, and within the Global Labor and Work department.
This is a full-time, academic, non-tenure track term position on Cornell’s Ithaca campus. The postdoctoral associate will receive regular supervision and mentorship from Dina Bishara and will work in a setting tied to the school’s broader mission of generating knowledge about the future of work.
Funding details
$70,000.00 salary plus a modest research budget and moving allowance; full-time term appointment with possible second-year extension depending on available funding and work.
What's required
Applicants must hold a PhD by the start of the appointment. The strongest fit is in Political Science with a focus on International Relations and/or Sociology. Candidates should have strong training and experience in qualitative and/or quantitative research methods.
How to apply
Submit a curriculum vitae, a letter of application outlining qualifications and research agenda, a writing sample, and the names of three references through the application portal. Apply by November 30, 2026 for full consideration.
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Associate Professor at Cornell University
United States
Research Interests
Comparative Politics
Employment Law
Sociology
International Relations
Political Science
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