Kiril Avramov

Kiril Avramov is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Political Science at the University of Sofia (2005-2010) and a Lecturer/Teaching Assistant at New Bulgarian University since 2002. He holds a PhD from Sofia University and advanced degrees from institutions in Bulgaria, Hungary, and the USA. His research focuses on political economy, post-socialist transitions, and Bulgarian elite dynamics. He has published in journals like Eastbound Journal and contributed to edited volumes on Central-East European political science. Awards include full scholarships from CEU and state-funded PhD support.

Education:

• PhD: Political Science (2008), University of Sofia (cum laude)
• MA: Diplomacy & International Relations (2002), New Bulgarian University (cum laude)
• B.A.: Political Science (1999), Gustavus Adolphus College, USA
• Doctoral Support Program: Central European University (2005-2006)

Research Interests: Combines historical analysis with contemporary political economy frameworks to study elite behavior, EU integration impacts, and societal attitudes. His work on Bulgarian economic elites and anti-Semitism public opinion has been widely cited in regional studies. Recent focus includes rational choice theory in political contexts and European integration challenges.

Awards:

• State PhD Scholarship (2005-2008)
• CEU Full Tuition Scholarship (2005-2006)
• Count Folke Bernadotte Memorial Scholarship (B.A.)

Teaching: Specializes in political economy, international relations, and research methodology. Currently teaches courses like Rational Choice in Politics and Integration and Disintegration in Europe at New Bulgarian University.