Postdoctoral Research Associate

The Paul and Marcia Wythes Center on Contemporary China (CCC) at Princeton Institute for International and Regional Studies (PIIRS) invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate for the 2025-2026 academic year. The ideal candidate is an outstanding recent PhD who focuses on contemporary China from a social science disciplinary perspective. The appointment will be made for one year with the possibility of renewal for a second year based on performance and availability of funding. Preferred start date September 1, 2025. The successful candidate will be expected to be in residence and participate in all of the Center's activities, including student-faculty seminars, workshops, and public lectures. The associate will have opportunities to collaborate with the Center's faculty. The search is limited to applicants with less than three years of post- PhD research experience prior to anticipated start date. Applicants must apply online at https://www.princeton.edu/acad-positions/position/36741. The following application items are required and should be uploaded by the applicant. 1. Cover letter 2. Curriculum Vitae 3. A statement of research plans and their relation to CCC activities (1-3 pages) 4. Contact information for two references. 5. Two writing samples. Application deadline: December 1, 2024, 11:59 p.m. EST Questions about the application process for this position may be directed to Celine Li at celineli@princeton.edu. More information about the Center on Contemporary China may be found at https://ccc.princeton.edu . This position is subject to the University's background check policy. The work location for this position is in-person on campus at Princeton University. Princeton University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.