About this role
The Centre for Research on social InequalitieS (CRIS) at Sciences Po, Paris is seeking to appoint a post-doctoral researcher to join the Research Team led by Prof. Mirna Safi “The Discrimination-Inequality Cycle: Bridging Unequal Treatment and Unequal Outcomes across Countries, Regions and Workplaces” (ERC-Funded Project DISEQUAL). DISEQUAL bridges the gap between research on discrimination (unequal treatment) and inequality (unequal outcomes) by exploring their mutually reinforcing relations – conceptualized as the Discrimination-Inequality Cycle. The project will collect and harmonizes cross-national data encompassing various discrimination categories, with a focus on gender and ethnoracial groups, across multiple spheres of interactions, particularly hiring and rental housing. For more details see the project webpage.
Key responsibilities: In close collaboration with the PI, the postdoctoral researcher will be responsible for advancing the core research streams of DISEQUAL:
Coordinating the project scientific and administrative launching and development Coordinating the data collection process (building the Comparative Discrimination and Inequality data described and prospecting in the pre-selected countries in order to enlarge the team) Preparing complex data and conducting advanced quantitative analyses Conceptualising, designing, and completing academic articles for publication in leading international journals in collaboration with other members Presenting and disseminating findings of own and collaborative results at academic conferences, workshops, stakeholder meetings, and in public media outlets Mentoring and working with junior members of the team
Key qualifications:
PhD or equivalent in the social sciences, preferably in sociology, demography, economics, political science or a related field. Applicants must be within 3 years of the award of their PhD. Preference is given to those who have recently completed a doctorate or with evidence that the PhD will be completed before the end of 2026. A background or strong interest in social inequality and discrimination research as well as strong quantitative methods skills and relevant experience in data collection & analysis Strong ability to assume responsibility and work both independently and within a research project Strong intrinsic motivation to contribute to DISEQUAL and develop own research within the architecture of the project
What we offer:
A vibrant research environment at an internationally leading university Internationally competitive salary and flexible working conditions Support for further training and participation in international conferences and for building your publication record The successful candidate will be offered a 2-year contract. There may be an option to extend the position thereafter, conditional on performance and the availability of funding.
Materials & timeline: Please apply by the end of 8 February 2026 (via the 'Apply' button above) by completing this online form and include in a single PDF file containing:
Cover letter (1-2pages) describing your motivation, how you meet the key qualifications outlined above and how you intend to contribute to DISEQUAL Curriculum Vitae including a list of publications and work in progress Writing sample (e.g., one of your publications or working papers) Contact information for two academic referees
Position beginning no later than September 1st 2026. Complete description: here