LONDON, United Kingdom — The Centre for Sustainable Structural Transformation (CSST) at SOAS University of London has announced applications for five full-time Research Fellow/Postdoctoral Researcher positions, offering early-career academics the opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research on the political economy of sustainable structural transformation. The fixed-term appointments, running until 31 August 2028, are based at the university’s Bloomsbury campus in London and offer an annual salary ranging from £43,297.57 to £50,562.57, inclusive of the London Allowance. Applications close on 9 August 2026, with interviews scheduled for 20 August 2026. The successful candidates will join the newly established Centre for Sustainable Structural Transformation (CSST), a research hub within the SOAS Economics Department dedicated to developing evidence-based strategies for environmentally and socially sustainable economic transformation across developing countries, particularly in Africa and Southeast Asia. Researchers will work under the leadership of renowned development economists Professor Ha-Joon Chang and Professor Antonio Andreoni, collaborating with fellow researchers, policy specialists, and an international network of academics and practitioners from the Global South. The positions focus on advancing research in several priority areas central to sustainable development, including: Energy transition Agriculture and food systems Livelihoods, work and skills Global value chains and international trade Industrial policy Domestic resource mobilisation According to the vacancy announcement, postdoctoral researchers will contribute throughout the research cycle, including designing collaborative projects, conducting policy-relevant research, publishing high-impact academic papers, participating in dissemination activities, and engaging directly with policymakers and other stakeholders. SOAS is seeking applicants with expertise in disciplines such as economics, development studies, geography, business, politics, engineering, or related fields. Candidates should possess strong quantitative or qualitative research skills and demonstrate the ability to generate evidence that informs both academic debates and public policy. Applicants are expected to have completed, or be close to completing, a PhD in a relevant discipline. While regional expertise in Africa or Southeast Asia is considered advantageous, it is not a mandatory requirement. The university highlighted that the CSST aims to produce practical policy recommendations to help governments and private-sector actors coordinate efforts toward sustainable industrialisation and economic diversification. As the centre expands, additional research streams may be introduced in response to emerging funding opportunities, partnerships, and policy demands. Beyond the research role, SOAS offers a comprehensive employment package designed to support professional development and employee wellbeing. Benefits include 44 days of annual leave, a generous occupational pension scheme, flexible working arrangements, enhanced family leave provisions, professional learning opportunities, an Employee Assistance Programme, and discounted gym membership. 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The recruitment forms part of SOAS University’s broader commitment to expanding internationally collaborative research that addresses complex global development challenges through interdisciplinary scholarship and policy engagement. With sustainable structural transformation becoming increasingly central to climate resilience, industrial development, and inclusive economic growth, the fellowship presents an opportunity for emerging researchers to contribute to influential research with real-world policy impact. Interested candidates must submit their applications before 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, 9 August 2026. APPLY HERE For more opportunities such as these please follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn and WPChannel Disclaimer: Global South Opportunities (GSO) is not the  organization offering this opportunity. For any inquiries, please contact the official  organization directly. Please do not send your applications & CVs to GSO, as we are unable to process them. 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