Max Planck Institute for Political and Social Science in Göttingen Fellowship 2026

Postdoctoral fellowship at the Max Planck Institute for Political and Social Science in Göttingen. The position focuses on research within the department of Political Institutions and Conflict, with themes including institutions and political violence, democratic politics in transformation, and the political economy of electoral integrity. The postdoc will conduct high-quality research, publish articles, perform fieldwork and interviews, and contribute to mentoring and administrative tasks; regular presence on site is required.

Full-time postdoctoral appointment for three years; access to a globally recognized research environment; opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration and international networking; no formal teaching obligations

Applicants must have a PhD in Political Science and an excellent publication record or clear potential; they should demonstrate interest in the department’s themes and strong quantitative and qualitative research skills; fluency in English is required.

Applications must be submitted as a single PDF including a CV with publications, a two-page cover letter, a two-page research proposal, three referees, and a writing sample; include the names and contact details of referees.