Institut Barcelona d'Estudis Internacionals (IBEI) Postdoctoral Research Position (Project Jean Monnet Chair GLOBALEUTY) Recruitment 2026
Organization
Institut Barcelona d'Estudis Internacionals (IBEI)
Duration
11 Months.
Overview
About the Position
Institut Barcelona d'Estudis Internacionals (IBEI) is recruiting a Postdoctoral Researcher for the Jean Monnet Chair GLOBALEUTY project funded by the European Union. The successful candidate will contribute to research on the European Union's global role, strategic autonomy, international cooperation, and public policy while supporting academic activities and project implementation.
Position Details
- Organization: Institut Barcelona d'Estudis Internacionals (IBEI)
- Position: Postdoctoral Researcher
- Project: Jean Monnet Chair GLOBALEUTY
- Research Field: Political Science
- Job Type: Full-Time
- Contract Type: Temporary
- Working Hours: 37.5 Hours per Week
- Location: Barcelona, Spain
- Expected Start Date: 15 October 2026
- Duration: 11 Months
- Reference Number: 10775398
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct research within the Jean Monnet Chair GLOBALEUTY project.
- Produce academic publications and policy-related outputs.
- Organize workshops, seminars, conferences, and dissemination activities.
- Support research management and project coordination.
- Participate in public engagement and outreach initiatives.
- Contribute to teaching and other academic activities related to European Union studies.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants should possess:
- PhD in Political Science, International Relations, European Studies, Public Policy, or a closely related discipline.
- Strong academic record with research publications.
- Demonstrated expertise in European Union studies or international politics.
- Excellent written and spoken English.
- Knowledge of Spanish is considered an advantage.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
Salary
Monthly salary equivalent to the Research Associate position under the Catalan university system.
Benefits
- Opportunity to work in an internationally recognized research institute.
- Participation in a prestigious Jean Monnet Chair funded by the European Union.
- International academic collaboration.
- Professional development through research, publications, and teaching.
Application Process
Applicants should submit:
- Motivation Letter (maximum 1 page)
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Contact details of two academic referees
Applications must be submitted through the official IBEI recruitment portal.
Important Dates
- Application Deadline: 25 September 2026 (23:59, Barcelona Time)
- Expected Start Date: 15 October 2026
Application Fee
No application fee is mentioned.
Official Links
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Eligibility Criteria
Strong publication record.
Expertise in EU studies or international politics.
Excellent English communication skills.
Spanish language knowledge is desirable.
Important Dates
| 0 | Application Deadline: 25 September 2026 |
| 1 | Expected Start Date: 15 October 2026 |
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