PRR Project

Summary

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF TASKS TO BE ASSIGNED TO THE CANDIDATE:The research candidate is expected to be focused on pursuing high-quality research on the analysis of the Portuguese political economy, placing it within the European and global contexts, adopting an interdisciplinary approach. The candidate should develop research with scientific autonomy but aligned with the scientific strategy of CES contributing to its Thematic Line CAPITALISMS - (Semi)peripheral Capitalism: Crises and Alternatives, which brings together research on the main socio-economic transformations of capitalist societies over the last half century, on the position of vulnerability of the peripheries and semi-peripheries and on the unequal impacts that crises trigger, and to CES CRISALT Observatory, which seeks to contribute to the identification of responses and to broadening the range of alternatives considered in the public debate on fundamental issues such as the enduring peripheral position of the Portuguese economy within Europe.The researcher should develop a research agenda that accomplishes the following goals :develop analysis of the process of European integration and the ways in which it has deepened core-periphery asymmetries;develop analysis of the structural economic transformations of the Portuguese economy required to overcome its peripheral position;propose policy recommendations for a better reorganisation of economic production and social reproduction, from work to the various systems of social provision.The research should align with the following strategic research principles at CES :produce original and empirically-based knowledge;develop analysis with a focus on European peripheries and/or the Global South;offer ground-breaking theoretical contributions that advance the state of the art through relevant (inter)disciplinary crossings;foster the intersection between social sciences, arts and humanities;adopt a mix (quantitative and qualitative) of research methods;adopt collaborative methods of knowledge co-creation (involving citizens, policymakers, advocacy groups and civil society organizations);disseminate to the results to wider academic public, including an ambitious publication strategy;contribute to CES advanced training, namely by participating in Summer and Winter Schools or Doctoral Programs, supervising students, post-doctoral or visiting fellows;foster the impact of research to the wider society through varied means of dissemination (digital platforms, cultural initiatives, etc.).contribute to consolidate national-based and international research collaborations, namely securing funding for research projects. SCIENTIFIC PROFILE REQUIRED BY THE HIRING INSTITUTION:Based on the previously mentioned goals, the candidate should have a background in political economy. The candidate should also demonstrate a commitment to interdisciplinary research, along with a proficient use of empirical methodologies and analytical theoretical frameworks. These attributes are expected to foster collaborations with other research groups within CES, namely Observatory CRISALT. Additionally, prior experience in securing competitive funding and leading research projects and research teams, the ability to establish and sustain strategic international collaborations that can improve the quality of the scientific research performed, and to attract and train young researchers will also be required skills to fit this position. Moreover, knowledge transfer skills (e.g. outreach and dissemination of research outputs to maximize its social impact) will be highly valued. RATIONALE FOR THE NEED TO HIRE FOR THE INDICATED SCIENTIFIC AREAOne of CES strategic goal is to examine the role of contemporary societies to satisfy collective needs, overcome vulnerabilities and confront inequalities. This requires attention to the European dynamics of peripheralization, to the material and institutional structures of the economy, and to the complexity of work and the various systems of social provision. With this position CES is expected to better demonstrate its relevance to contribute to a more robust organization of the economy and society, social cohesion and the valorization of proximity relations based on the principles of community.By strengthening the research potential of the Thematic Line CAPITALISMS, CES upholds its commitment to producing ground-breaking research, with international impact, that contributes to substantial personal, societal and economic well-being.