Position Summary
The Department of Sociology at Indiana University Bloomington seeks a talented highly motivated postdoctoral researcher with a background in qualitative methods and substantive areas of race/ethnicity immigration organizations social movements and/or policy/law. The postdoctoral fellow will work with Dr. Dina Okamoto and conduct research related to projects on interracial cooperation and organizational coalitions and the cultural construction of immigrants. This fellowship will advance the career of an earlystage researcher by providing opportunities to conduct research and by connecting with faculty in the Department of Sociology and the Center for Research on Race and Ethnicity in Society CRRES . Strong applicants will demonstrate mastery of interview methods and qualitative (e.g. interview archival) data management and analysis. A track record of research initiative and experience working on a research team is preferred. Terms of Agreement This oneyear postdoctoral research position has an anticipated start date of August 1 2025 and end date of July 31 2026 with a 12month annual salary of $55000. Postdoctoral fellows will also receive Indiana University health benefits. This position may be renewable for a second year upon satisfactory performance and funding availability. The fellow will be expected to learn new research skills develop research and engage with others effectively on a research team. The fellow will also have an opportunity to participate in Sociology department activities and seminars. Application Process . Applicants must have a Ph.D. in Sociology or a related field or a letter from the chair of their dissertation committee confirming the timeline for completion of the Ph.D. and filing by June 30 2025. Applicants should submit a 1 cover letter; 2 CV; 3 research statement 1500 words maximum); 4 one writing sample; and 5 three letters of reference. Applications should be submitted online at: . Applications received by March 1 2025 at 11:59 pm EST will receive full consideration; however the search will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. Questions (but no application materials) should be sent to Dr. Dina Okamoto at . Further details about Dr. Okamotos projects can be found here and information about the Department of Sociology can be found here .