André Walter is a researcher at the University of Zurich, where he directs projects investigating electoral systems, autocratization & democratic erosion, and state formation. Leveraging statistical analysis and machine learning techniques, his work sheds light on the complex dynamics underlying democratic institutions and the factors that contribute to their stability or decline.
Education
University of St. Gallen | Switzerland
PhD in Political Economy | Feb 2018
University of Zurich | Switzerland
M.A in Sociology | Sept 2012
University of Jena | Germany
B.A in Sociology | Aug 2010
Experience
University of Zurich | Research Group Leader
Oct 2021 - present
University of St. Gallen | Lecturer
Oct 2021 - present
University of Lausanne | Postdoctoral Researcher
Dec 2019 - Jun 2021
University of St. Gallen | Postdoctoral Researcher
Mar 2018 - Sept 2021