Postdoctoral Fellow in Security Studies

5 days ago


Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom The University of Edinburgh Full time

About the Project

Our research project explores how AI and automated decision-making processes reshape global security law and governance, with a focus on three empirical areas: digital bordering infrastructures, platform governance of terrorist content online, and counterterrorism watchlisting systems.

As a postdoctoral researcher, you will be part of a diverse and vibrant international community, contributing to the development of critical, interdisciplinary research that advances data and social justice.

You will have the opportunity to work closely with academic collaborators from law, computer science, critical security studies, global governance, and legal anthropology, as well as policy partners from AI and global security-related areas.

The University of Edinburgh champions equality, diversity, and inclusion, and we actively promote LGBT equality as members of Stonewall Scotland Diversity Champions.

The salary for these posts is £40,247 - £42,632 per annum, depending on experience, and we offer a competitive reward package and staff benefits.



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