Postdoctoral Researcher, Behavioral Economics/Behavioral Science
- Recruiter
- THE UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO
- Location
- Illinois, United States
- Posted
- 14 Jan 2021
- End of advertisement period
- 30 Jun 2021
- Ref
- 82865
- Academic Discipline
- Social Sciences, Psychology
- Contract Type
- Fixed Term
- Hours
- Part Time
Harris School of Public Policy Studies
Location Chicago
Deadline
Jun 30, 2021 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time
Description
The Harris School of Public Policy seeks a postdoctoral researcher in behavioral economics or behavioral science working in the areas of education and/or human capital development. The Postdoctoral researcher will work on independent and collaborative research at the Behavioral Insights and Parenting Lab under senior faculty members' guidance, teach 2 quarter-length courses per year (can include a mix of graduate and undergraduate teaching), and participate in the academic life of the school (including attending workshops and seminars). The position of postdoctoral researcher at the rank of instructor is initially for a one-year, renewable term.
Candidates are expected to complete their PhD by the appointment start date and have a demonstrated record of research achievement. Candidates should submit a cover letter describing their research and teaching interests, CV, writing sample, and two letters of recommendation at the University of Chicago's Interfolio academic jobs board: apply.interfolio.com/82865. Review of applications will begin on February 12, 2021. No applications will be accepted after June 30, 2021.
