Post-Doctoral Researcher Department of Sociology and Criminology
2 weeks ago
Position Summary
The Department of Sociology and Criminology is recruiting for a Post‑Doctoral Researcher to work on the large-scale study MIGDIS, which examines the experiences of border crossing and the technologies migrants use after crossing to construct a home. The researcher will work with the Principal Investigator to collect data, conduct ethnographic fieldwork in Turkey (Van city) and Ireland (Dublin), and analyse and write up results for peer‑reviewed journal publication. Additional duties may include preparing reports and performing minor administrative tasks.
Project Title
MIGDIS: Technology‑assisted analysis of home, border and belonging
Post Duration
1 year
Salary
€46,306 - €52,863 p.a. (IUA PD1 Scale)
Responsibilities
Collect data alongside the Principal Investigator
Conduct ethnographic research in Turkey and Ireland
Analyse data and write up findings for peer‑reviewed journal publication
Assist with preparation of reports and minor administrative duties
Career Development
Progression to Senior Post‑Doc is transferable within Irish HEIs and aligns with the PD scheme’s intergenerational training framework.
Application Deadline
12 noon (Irish Local Time) on Thursday 13th November 2025. No late applications will be accepted.
Contact
Dr Mastoureh Fathi, Senior Lecturer, Department of Sociology and Criminology
Email: mastoureh.fathi@ucc.ie
Application Process
Applications must be submitted online via the University College Cork vacancy portal. For queries about the online application process, please quote the job‑title and project name. Candidates should apply in confidence before the stated deadline.
Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
UCC is committed to creating and fully embracing an inclusive environment where diversity is celebrated. We encourage applicants to consult our policy at www.ucc.ie/diversity and to apply from all backgrounds, including those underrepresented in the protected characteristics set out in our Equal Opportunities & Diversity Policy.
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