Joe Brown
About Joe Brown
Joe Brown is an Assistant Professor at Umass Boston, specializing in research on communication in conflict situations. He has a diverse academic background, holding degrees in Music, History, and Political Science from institutions including Wesleyan University and Columbia University.
Current Position at UMass Boston
Joe Brown has served as an Assistant Professor at UMass Boston since 2015. In this role, he engages in teaching and research, contributing to the academic community. His expertise lies in the fields of political science and communication, where he applies various quantitative and qualitative research methods.
Previous Experience at Columbia University
Before joining UMass Boston, Joe Brown worked at Columbia University in the City of New York for a total of seven years. He served as a Graduate Teaching Assistant from 2010 to 2015, where he supported faculty in delivering course content and assisted students in their academic pursuits. He also completed his Ph.D. in Political Science at Columbia from 2008 to 2015.
Educational Background
Joe Brown holds a Bachelor of Arts in Music from Wesleyan University, which he completed from 1999 to 2003. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Arts in History from Brandeis University in 2008. He also earned a Doctor of Philosophy in Political Science from Columbia University, completing his studies in 2015.
Research Focus and Methodology
Joe Brown's research primarily investigates the communication strategies employed by state and non-state actors during conflicts, particularly regarding pre-attack warnings and post-attack responsibility claims. He utilizes a range of quantitative and qualitative methods in his research, which includes fieldwork conducted in various countries such as Peru, Sri Lanka, Spain, and Northern Ireland.
Professional Experience Prior to UMass Boston
Before his academic career, Joe Brown worked in various roles. He was a Researcher at Media Matters For America from 2005 to 2006 and served as a Contract Writer at Abt Associates from 2003 to 2008. Additionally, he was a Visiting Researcher at The London School of Economics and Political Science in 2012 for a two-month period.