James Rochlin

James Rochlin is a Professor in the Department of Economics, Philosophy and Political Science at the Irving K. Barber Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, University of British Columbia. He specializes in Latin American security studies with a focus on Colombia's political economy and conflict transformation. His research examines security paradigms in transition societies, resource conflicts, and human security challenges.

With degrees from the University of Alberta (PhD) and University of British Columbia (MA), Rochlin's scholarly work integrates critical security theory with empirical analysis of Latin American contexts. His recent publications demonstrate sustained focus on:

• Conflict dynamics in Colombian extractive industries
• Urban security governance in Bogotá
• Post-conflict labor rights and impunity structures

Rochlin's articles consistently address security policy reform, military transformation, and development challenges in Colombia, reflecting deep regional expertise spanning over two decades of research.