The Paul and Marcia Wythes Center on Contemporary China of the Princeton Institute for International and Regional Studies (PIIRS) invites applications for a postdoctoral or more senior research associate for the academic year for a 12-month appointment with the possibility of renewal contingent on satisfactory performance and continued funding. Preferred start date September 1, 2024. PhD in a related field is required. The position is open to a scholar who would be in residence and participate in all of the Center's activities, including student-faculty seminars, workshops, and public lectures. The ideal candidate should have less than three years of post- PhD research experience prior to anticipated start date and studies aspects of contemporary Chinese society from a social science disciplinary perspective. The associate will have opportunities to collaborate with the Center's faculty.

To apply for a postdoctoral position, please link to https://www.princeton.edu/acad-positions/position/32064 This position is subject to the University's background check policy.

Applications should include:
1. A cover letter
2. A statement of research plans and their relation to CCC activities (1-3 pages)
3. A current curriculum vitae
4. Contact information for two references
5. Two writing samples.

Application deadline: November 19, 2023, 11:59 p.m. EST.

Questions about the application process for this position may be directed to Yan Bennett at ybennett@princeton.edu. More information on the Center can be found at ccc.princeton.edu.