Postdoctoral Researcher – Immigration, Information, and Technologies
Last updated: December 4, 2024, 4:33 p.m.
Location: Concordia University, Montreal, Canada
Hours per week: Monday to Friday, during office hours
Duration: Three (3) years, subject to satisfactory performance. Extension possible, based on funding availability.
Salary: $70,000 per year, plus benefits (see below)
Application deadline: December 20th, 2024
Start date: January 2025 (negociable)
Description and context
The postdoctoral researcher will work under the direction of Mireille Paquet (Department of Political Science and Institute for Research on Migration and Society) and her team, contributing to various projects within the Canada First Research Excellence Fund (CFREF): research program, Migrant Integration in the Mid-21st Century: Bridging Divides
Researchers specializing in migration studies (any social science discipline) with experience in qualitative or quantitative research are invited to apply. Preference will be given to candidates with skills in quantitative social science, text analysis or computational social science.
Research themes supported by this Postdoctoral funding include:
- How immigrants access information on immigration opportunities in Canada
- The role of social media and new technologies in migration decisions to Canada
- The evolution of the "migration industry" in Canada and globally
This postdoctoral position is for three years, conditional upon satisfactory performance, with potential for extension based on available funding.
The postdoctoral researcher must reside in Montreal and work full-time at Concordia University throughout the appointment period.
Canadian citizenship or permanent residency is not required for this position.
Roles and responsibilities
The postdoctoral researcher will contribute to collective projects related to Bridging Divides, as well as conduct independent research.
They will present and publish research results linked to Bridging Divides, both collectively and individually, and participate in knowledge mobilization activities.
The researcher will have no teaching responsibilities unless requested for professional development. However, they may be invited to participate in training sessions with the research team.
The postdoctoral researcher will have an office and administrative support at Concordia University.
They will be integrated into the full research ecosystem on immigration at Concordia, including the Research Team on Immigration in Quebec and Beyond (ERIQA), the Institute for Research on Migration and Society (IRMS), and the Immigration Research Initiative (IRI).
Job requirements
- Ph.D. in social sciences with a specialization in migration studies (candidates near degree completion are encouraged to apply, but proof of progress will be required before the position is offered)
- Strong writing skills
- Ability to work independently
Will be considered an asset:
- Training and experience in quantitative text analysis or computational social science
- Training in project management
- Bilingualism (French and English), spoken and written
Salary and benefits
- Annual salary of $70,000, plus benefits (sick leave, life insurance, parental leave, and pension plan)
- Funding for conference participation (registration, travel, etc.), upon validation of the work plan with the supervisor
- Funding for relevant training, upon validation of the work plan with the supervisor
- Access to professional development tools and resources for postdoctoral researchers at Concordia University
Start date
- January 2025 (negociable)
Application instructions
Please submit the following documents to Kassandre Thériault, specifying the job title ("Postdoctoral Researcher – Immigration, Information, and Technologies") at the address: irms@concordia.ca:
- A brief cover letter (PDF) highlighting the candidate’s relevant skills for the project, including research themes and methodological expertise
- An up-to-date CV (PDF) with the names and emails of at least two academic referees
- A research statement related to the job description
Application deadlines and recruitment process
Applications will be reviewed starting December 15th, 2024, and the position will remain open until filled.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview and may be assessed on job-related skills. Only selected candidates will be contacted. For questions regarding this position, please contact Kassandre Thériault, IRMS Coordinator, at kassandre.theriault@concordia.ca
Employment Equity
Concordia University is strongly committed to employment equity within its community, and to recruiting a diverse faculty and staff. The University encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including women, members of visible minorities, Indigenous persons, members of sexual minorities, persons with disabilities, and others who may contribute to diversification; candidates are invited to self-identify in their applications.
Accessibility
Concordia desires to increase diversity among its community members and we strive to make our recruitment processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants. If you are contacted for an interview and anticipate needing accommodations during the process, please contact, in confidence, irms@concordia.ca.
Territorial Acknowledgement
Concordia University is located on unceded Indigenous lands. The Kanien’kehá:ka Nation is recognized as the custodians of the lands and waters on which we gather today. Tiohtià:ke/Montreal is historically known as a gathering place for many First Nations. Today, it is home to a diverse population of Indigenous and other peoples. We respect the continued connections with the past, present and future in our ongoing relationships with Indigenous and other peoples within the Montreal community.
