The position is based at the Institute for Interdisciplinary Research on Conflict and Violence (IKG) at Bielefeld University and is part of a project funded by the DSF. The IKG is an internationally recognized research institute focusing on the causes, dynamics, and consequences of conflict and violence in various societal contexts. Researchers from different disciplines work collaboratively on pressing societal challenges.
The position is embedded in the research project: “Gender, climate change vulnerability, and psychosocial health and wellbeing: the co-production of resilience. The project examines how the consequences of climate change –particularly increasing resource scarcity such as water and food shortages –affect psychosocial wellbeing, interpersonal violence, and adaptive capacities among vulnerable populations. The focus is on rural communities in Tanzania, where women, older adults, and low-income households are particularly affected.
The interdisciplinary project combines approaches from psychology, public health, and environmental research. In a first work package, longitudinal surveys are conducted across multiple communities to analyze the relationship between climate-related resource scarcity and psychosocial stress, violence, health, and adaptive behaviors. In a second work package, interventions are co-developed with local partners and communities, integrating technical adaptation strategies with psychosocial approaches. The aim is to reduce psychosocial barriers to adaptation and strengthen individual and community resilience.
The project is led by Prof. Dr. Tobias Hecker.
Your Tasks
As a Research Associate, you will work closely with the project leadership and international partners and contribute to the implementation of the research project throughout its duration. Your responsibilities will include:
1. contributing to the design and implementation of empirical data collection (25 %)
2. collaborating with international and local project partners, particularly in the context of field research and intervention development (25 %)
3. data management and statistical analysis of quantitative data (10 %)
4. contributing to the development, implementation, and evaluation of interventions combining technical and psychosocial approaches (20 %)
5. supporting scientific publications, reports, and presentations, as well as presenting findings at academic conferences (10 %)
6. supporting knowledge transfer and networking activities, e. g., organizing workshops or stakeholder dialogues (10 %)
Employment is conducive to scientific qualification and provides the opportunity for further academic development.
We offer
7. Remuneration in accordance with E13 TV-L
8. fixed-term (limited until (§ 2 (2) of the WissZeitVG; in accordance with the provisions of the WissZeitVG and the Agreement on Satisfactory Conditions of Employment, the length of contract may differ in individual cases)
9. part-time 65 %
10. internal and external training opportunities
11. variety of health, consulting and prevention services
12. reconcilability of family and work
13. flexible working hours
14. 30 days holiday and additional days off on ;and
15. good transport connection
16. supplementary company pension
17. collegial working environment
18. open and pleasant working atmosphere
19. exciting, varied tasks
20. modern work environment with digital processes
21. various offers (canteen, cafeteria, restaurants, Uni-Shop, ATM, etc.)
Your Profile We expect
22. completed scientific academic degree (Master’s or equivalent) in Psychology
23. experience in empirical research, particularly with quantitative methods
24. skills in statistical data analysis (, R, Stata, or SPSS)
25. very good command of English (written and spoken)
26. experience with field work in Tanzania
27. independent, self-reliant and dedicated style of work
28. strong organizational and coordination skills
29. ability to cooperate and to work in a team
Preferred experience and skills
30. experience with mixed-methods approaches or qualitative methods
31. interest in topics such as psychosocial health, resilience, gender, conflict, or violence research
32. language skills in Swahili
33. experience in research with vulnerable populations
34. experience in scientific writing and publishing
Application Procedure
We are looking forward to receiving your application. To apply, please preferably use our online form via the application button below.
application deadline: Contact
Heiko Mata
+49 521 106-67409
Postal Address
Universität Bielefeld
IKG
Heiko Mata
Postfach 10 01 31
33501 Bielefeld