Postdoc Research Associate - Center Cyclone Civics

Position: Postdoc Research Associate - Center for Cyclone Civics
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Position Title:

Postdoc Research Associate - Center for Cyclone Civics## Appointment Type:

Post Doc/Trainee##

Job Description:

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** Summary of

Duties and Responsibilities:

** Assist the leadership of the Center for Cyclone Civics in establishing a research agenda consistent with its mission to promote civic education, civic engagement, and free speech. Candidates should have an interest in developing a research agenda focused on civics## ##
** Required

Minimum Qualifications:

** Ph.D. or other terminal degree at the time of appointment in Political Science, Sociology, Education, History, Philosophy, Journalism and Mass Communication, or related field## ##
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* Preferred Qualifications:

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* • Knowledge of key issues related to civic education, civic engagement, and free speech
• Familiarity with both qualitative and quantitative research methods and assessment practices ##
** Department/Program & College

Description:

** The Center for Cyclone Civics is dedicated to advancing nonpartisan civic education and research on free speech, while addressing long-standing gaps in Americans’ civic literacy and engagement. The mission of the center is implemented through a slate of programming, partnerships, and outreach efforts.## ##
** Department Unit/Website:**## Proposed

Start Date:

August 1, 2026## Proposed End Date or Length of Term:

July 31, 2028## Number of Months Employed Per Year:12 Month Work Period## Time Type:

Full time## Application Instructions:
* Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.
** The position will remain open until filled. For fullest consideration, applications must be received by 5:00 p.m. on March 13, 2026.
* To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:
1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter    If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment or call  or Toll Free:
Iowa State Postdocs enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:  
• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans  
• Generous vacation, holiday, and sick time and leave plans  
• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)  
• Flexible Spending Accounts  
• Various voluntary benefits and discounts  
• Employee Assistance Program  
• Wellbeing Program## Original Posting Date:

February 9, 2026## Posting Close Date:## Job

Requisition Number:

R18591

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