ELIAMEP is currently looking for a Research Fellow in the field of Arab Studies to start on October 1st, 2009 for an initial period of one year, renewable.

The appointee will contribute to refining and implementing a research agenda and link up with areas of related research at ELIAMEP. He/she is expected to develop a portfolio of work that will include initiating new research, forming partnerships with other institutions and producing policy relevant outputs. His/her responsibilities will include the writing of policy papers and briefing notes and participation in conferences and meetings.

The position is full time and the salary is competitive and will depend upon the successful candidate’s qualifications.

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: 26 June 2009

Qualifications required

* MA in a related field of study. PhD will be an asset. Advanced PhD students are strongly encouraged to apply
* Fluency in English and Arabic. The knowledge of Greek and/or other Middle Eastern languages is desirable, but not necessary.
* Prior research experience and/or experience of working as part of a multinational team is desirable
* Prior experience in project management or related research management experiences is also important.

Applications should include curriculum vitae, samples of written work, a concise work plan proposal and the names of two referees. Short-listed candidates will be invited for an interview.

Applications and requests for further information should be addressed to:

·        by e-mail to the following addresses: [email protected] οr

·        by mail to ELIAMEP, 49 Vasilissis Sofias, 106 76 Athens, to the attention of Ms. Nina Papaioannou