Organisation/Company Institut Barcelona d'Estudis Internacionals Research Field Political sciences Researcher Profile First Stage Researcher (R1) Recognised Researcher (R2) Positions PhD Positions Application Deadline 30 Sep 2026 - 23:59 (Europe/Madrid) Country Spain Type of Contract To be defined Job Status Full-time Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Other EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

Position Overview

IBEI invites applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher position within the project

KNOWPOLIS – Knowledge for Policy: Evidence and Participation in Evolving Policy Advisory

Systems (PID2024-162888NB-I00), funded by the Spanish Ministry of Science, Innovation and Universities (MICIU) and the State Research Agency (AEI), with co-funding from the

European Regional Development Fund (ERDF/EU).

The position is offered under the framework of the Proyectos de Generación del

Conocimiento 2024.

The successful candidate will be fully integrated into IBEI's vibrant research environment.

- Expected start date: November 2026
- Duration: until 31/08/2028
- Annual Salary: 37.500 €
- Location: Institut Barcelona d'Estudis Internacionals (IBEI), Barcelona

About the Project

KNOWPOLIS aims to advance our understanding of policy advisory systems (PAS) — the networks of actors, institutions, and mechanisms that provide expert knowledge to inform public policymaking. Despite growing emphasis on evidence-based governance, the evolution and functioning of PAS remain underexplored in most advanced democracies.

KNOWPOLIS combines large-scale data analysis, surveys, and case studies to examine how expertise, diversity, and participation shape policy advice and decision-making in Spain and other countries.

Main Objectives

- 1. Mapping policy advisory actors and networks: Identifying advisory bodies in Spain (ministerial units, think tanks, research centers, advocacy groups) and analyzing how knowledge circulates among them.
- 2. Assessing diversity and inclusion in PAS: Evaluating whether advisory systems in Spain have become more pluralistic, with particular attention to gender balance and the representation of underrepresented voices in policy advice.




- 3. Developing comparative analysis across countries and policy domains: Examining how advisory systems function in different national contexts, with a special focus on

Responsibilities
- Contribute to data collection, organization, and analysis (surveys, interviews, document corpus).
- Support the preparation of academic publications, research reports, and policy briefs.
- Participate in scientific dissemination (academic publications, conferences, seminars, workshops).

Candidate Profile a) Essential Requirements
- PhD in Political Science, Public Policy, Sociology, Economics, Public Administration, or related fields.
- Research experience with an empirical and multidisciplinary approach.
- Proficiency in quantitative methods and survey data analysis.
- Excellent command of English and Spanish (oral and written).

b) Desirable Qualifications
- Skills in quantitative data analysis and software (e.g., R, Python).
- Experience in qualitative research (interviews, document analysis).
- Interest in governance, participation, science advice, or public policy analysis.

What We Offer
- A full-time postdoctoral contract at IBEI.
- Participation in a dynamic, international, and interdisciplinary research environment.
- Full access to the Postdoctoral Program at IBEI.
- Tailored training in interdisciplinary research methods

Application Procedure

Interested candidates must submit their applications through the link provided in the official call (to be published on IBEI's website).

Applications should include

- Motivation letter (maximum 1 page)
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Contact information for two academic referees Application deadline: 30 th , September 2026

Contact and Further Information For questions about the position or the project, please contact:

[email protected]





Join IBEI and be part of a team that advances research on evidence-informed governance and policy advice in a rapidly changing world.

About IBEI The Institut Barcelona d'Estudis Internacionals (IBEI) is a leading inter-university research institute established in 2004 to promote advanced education and research in international affairs, political science, and public policy. Founded by the five public universities of

Barcelona (Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, Universitat de Barcelona, Universitat

Pompeu Fabra, Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya, and Universitat Oberta de Catalunya),

IBEI combines the academic strengths of these institutions to foster interdisciplinary,

globally oriented research and postgraduate training. Located on the Ciutadella Campus in the heart of Barcelona, IBEI brings together an international community of scholars,

postdoctoral researchers, and graduate students. The institute's research addresses major global and regional challenges, including governance and democracy, general development,

international security, European integration, and urban and environmental transformations.

IBEI is recognized for its strong research performance and academic excellence,

participating in competitive European and national research projects (including ERC, Horizon

Europe, Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions, and the Spanish State Research Agency programs).

The institute also plays a key role in knowledge exchange and public engagement, providing policy-relevant insights to governments, international organizations, and civil society.

IBEI offers a portfolio of master's programs in international relations, international development, public policy, and international security, attracting students from more than

40 countries. English is the main working language at the institute, and its multicultural environment fosters intellectual exchange and collaboration across disciplines and borders.

Through its research, teaching, and outreach, IBEI aims to contribute to a better understanding of the interconnections between global and local governance, and to promote informed, inclusive, and effective public policy responses to the challenges of an increasingly complex world.

📌 Postdoctoral Researcher Position – Project KNOWPOLIS: Knowledge for Policy: Evidence and Participation in Evolving Policy Advisory Systems (España)
🏢 Institut Barcelona d'Estudis Internacionals
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