Postdoctoral Research Associate Center for Effective Lawmaking, Frank Batten School of Leadership and Public Policy

UVA Health System • Newcomb Hall, VA

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About The Position

The Frank Batten School of Leadership and Public Policy at the University of Virginia invites applications for a full-time postdoctoral research position. The position is offered for one year starting in July 2026. In addition to carrying out his or her own research, the appointee will collaborate with a Batten faculty member, Craig Volden, on research related to the Center for Effective Lawmaking, and will have the opportunity to teach one class in the Batten School. A particular research focus on lawmaking in American state legislatures and/or the U.S. Congress is welcome. The Center for Effective Lawmaking seeks to advance the generation, communication, and use of new knowledge about the effectiveness of individual lawmakers and U.S. legislative institutions. We envision American legislatures comprised of effective lawmakers, strong institutional capacity, and the incentive structure needed to address America's greatest public policy challenges.

Requirements

• PhD degree in Political Science or related disciplines by the start date of the position
• Strong quantitative skills
• Strong communication skills
• Strong project management skills

Responsibilities

• Carry out independent research
• Collaborate with faculty member Craig Volden on research related to the Center for Effective Lawmaking
• Teach one class in the Batten School
• Focus research on lawmaking in American state legislatures and/or the U.S. Congress

Benefits

• Competitive salaries
• Excellent benefits
• Mentorship
• Access to resources and research infrastructure
• Opportunities to collaborate with faculty
• Connections to the policy world
• Robust network of diverse scholars

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree