About Me

Francisco Espinoza holds a PhD in Politics from The University of Manchester, UK, where he is currently a Lecturer in Politics. He also earned a Master’s degree in Political Science and a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology from the University of Chile. His doctoral research used cross-sectional survey data and subnational economic series to examine how subnational, social, and gender inequalities influence the relationship between economic conditions and electoral behaviour across Latin America. His academic experience includes roles as a research associate and research assistant on longitudinal survey projects and comparative studies.

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Interests
  • Comparative Politics
  • Latin American studies
  • Survey methodology
  • Mixed Methods
Education

  • PhD in Politics

    The University of Manchester

  • Master in Political Science

    University of Chile

  • BSc in Sociology

    University of Chile

About me

I’m a UK-based Social Sciences researcher with experience in academia and government.

I specialise in Comparative Politics and Latin America, with broader expertise in post-transition regions and UK politics.

My work bridges research and teaching, with a focus on inclusive, student-centred learning.

I value collaboration, public engagement, and contribute to dynamic academic networks and environments.

I am open to collaboration.

Recent Publications
Sebastián Peña, Francisco Espinoza, Paula Sierralta (2024). Implementing Intersectoral Alcohol Policies at the Local Level in Santiago, Chile, 2014-2017. International Journal of Alcohol and Drug Research.
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Olga Onuch, David Doyle, Evelyn Ersanilli, Gwendolyn Sasse, Sorana Toma, Jacquelien Van Stekelenburg, Francisco Espinoza, Javier Perez Sandoval, Felipe Gonzales-Santos, Sébastien Michiels (2024). MOBILISE: National Representative Panel and Protest Surveys, 2019-2022. UK Data Service.
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Francisco Espinoza, Alys Young, Claire Dodds (2024). Political Participation among Deaf Youth in Great Britain. PLOS ONE.
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(2024). Membership in Progressive and Left-Wing Associations in Latin America (Membresía En Asociaciones Progresistas y de Izquierda En América Latina). University of Manchester.
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Alys Young, Claire Dodds, Francisco Espinoza, Katherine Rogers, Helen Chilton, Garry Squires (2024). Recording Emerging Adulthood in Deaf Youth: A Summary Report of the READY Study: June 2019 - September 2023.
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