Policing in Post-Conflict Contexts
Aila Matanock, Professor
Political Science
Applications for Fall 2024 are closed for this project.
This research project examines policing in places that have had civil conflict and related crime, as well as peace agreements and interventions, specifically. We are focusing on a review of community-oriented policing in these contexts as well as how the end of conflict changes policing.
Role: Research assistants will be asked to work on multiple aspects of this project, and should be self-motivated. Specific tasks may include: (1) identifying specific characteristics about policing projects in various countries; (2) finding new studies on policing; (3) coordinating other literature reviews; and (4) otherwise participating in these research projects.
Students will learn how to conduct social science research. Research meetings will discuss topic such as how to formulate hypotheses, operationalize variables, collect data, and empirically test theories.
Qualifications: Applicants should have an interest in policing and conflict and international intervention, as well as more broadly in research. Knowledge of a statistical package and related (ideally Stata but advanced Excel, R, or others) is likely needed for the work this semester so please indicate that. Self-motivation and regular check-ins online are required.
Hours: 9-11 hrs
Off-Campus Research Site: Virtual
Social Sciences