Call for Applications: ERC GREENLOSS Project 24 Month Postdoctoral Researcher Position in Climate Politics and Electoral Behaviour @Unknown

The Centre for European Studies and Comparative Politics (CEE) at Sciences Po has announced a call for applications for a 24-month Postdoctoral Researcher position under the European Research Council (ERC) Starting Grant project GREENLOSS.

The project is led by political scientist Diane Bolet and investigates the political consequences of climate policies in fossil-fuel-dependent communities across Europe.

The position offers an opportunity for early-career researchers to contribute to cutting-edge research at the intersection of climate politics, political behaviour, electoral studies, and political economy.

Applications are open until 29 July 2026 at 10:00 a.m. (French time).

Research Project Examines Political Impact of Climate Policies

The GREENLOSS project seeks to understand how climate transition policies influence political attitudes, voting behaviour, and public opinion in regions that have historically depended on fossil fuel industries.

The research focuses on communities in:

• France
• Germany
• United Kingdom
• Poland

As governments accelerate efforts to meet climate goals, the project aims to provide new insights into how environmental policies affect political dynamics, electoral outcomes, and public support for climate action.

Key Responsibilities of the Postdoctoral Researcher

The successful candidate will play a central role in the development and implementation of the project’s research agenda.

Primary responsibilities include:

• Conducting advanced research on political behaviour, climate politics, and political economy
• Designing and analysing survey, panel, and contextual datasets
• Applying quantitative methods and causal inference techniques
• Co-authoring academic publications and research outputs
• Presenting findings at international conferences and workshops
• Collaborating with an international network of researchers and scholars

The role offers significant opportunities for publication, interdisciplinary collaboration, and professional development within a major European research initiative.

Ideal Candidate Profile

CEE is seeking highly motivated researchers with strong quantitative research skills and an interest in contemporary political challenges related to climate transitions.

Applicants should possess:

• A PhD in Political Science, Economics, or a related discipline (completed by September 2026)
• Expertise in quantitative methods and statistical analysis
• Experience with survey research and panel data analysis
• Strong understanding of causal inference methodologies
• Research interests in comparative politics, electoral behaviour, political economy, or climate politics
• Proficiency in statistical software such as R and/or Stata

Candidates with a demonstrated record of research excellence and publication potential will be particularly well positioned for the role.

Opportunity to Join a Prestigious ERC-Funded Research Project

The European Research Council’s Starting Grant programme supports ambitious and innovative research projects led by outstanding early-career scholars. GREENLOSS represents a major effort to understand the political challenges associated with climate transitions and the future of democratic support for environmental policies.

The selected researcher will work closely with project leader Diane Bolet and contribute to a growing body of research examining the intersection between climate action and political change across Europe.

Application Process and Deadline

Interested candidates are required to submit the following documents:

• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Cover Letter
• Research Proposal

Applications should be sent via email to:

recruitment.cee@sciencespo.fr

Important Dates

• Position: Postdoctoral Researcher (24 months)
• Project: ERC Starting Grant GREENLOSS
• Institution: Centre for European Studies and Comparative Politics (CEE), Sciences Po
• Application Deadline: 29 July 2026, 10:00 a.m. (French time)
• PhD Requirement: Completed by September 2026

The opportunity is expected to attract strong interest from researchers specializing in climate politics, comparative political behaviour, electoral studies, and quantitative political science, offering a valuable platform for advancing research at one of Europe’s leading social science institutions.

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