Research Faculty: AI, Behavioral Science & Inclusion

Tecnológico de Monterrey; Monterrey; Híbrido; MXN 800.000 - 1.200.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Tecnológico de Monterrey invites applications for a full-time faculty position in the LIFT Research Lab to advance world-class research improving livelihoods, productivity, resilience, and opportunities for diverse communities.

The successful candidate will lead empirical studies, collaborate across disciplines, and build partnerships with industry, governments, NGOs, and international bodies. Flexible location with a commitment to inclusive excellence.

Formación

• PhD in a relevant discipline (e.g., Behavioral Science, Economics, Management, Education, Development Studies, Public Policy, Psychology, Sociology, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Data Science).
• Strong research record addressing human behavior, technology adoption, development, or related challenges.
• Experience with empirical methods (field experiments, RCTs, quasi-experimental methods, surveys, qualitative/mixed methods, ethnography, large-scale data analysis).
• Interest in translating rigorous research into real-world interventions with measurable impact.
• Ability to collaborate across disciplines and engage with external partners (industry, governments, NGOs, foundations, schools, communities).
• Potential to secure external funding and develop strategic partnerships.
• Strong written and oral English (minimum B2); Spanish desirable but not required.

Responsabilidades

• Develop an internationally recognized, high-impact research program aligned with the LIFT Lab mission.
• Design and lead empirical studies and field-based interventions addressing significant societal and economic challenges.
• Collaborate across engineering, business, social sciences, humanities, and education.
• Establish research collaborations with companies, governments, NGOs, foundations, communities, and international organizations.
• Contribute to large-scale initiatives translating scientific insights into practical interventions and measurable impact.
• Mentor students participating in research and field projects.
• Publish high-quality scholarly work and pursue translation and adoption opportunities.
• Contribute to responsible development and application of emerging technologies including AI for inclusion and development.

Conocimientos

Strong research record

Empirical methods

Interdisciplinary collaboration

English proficiency (B2)

Clear communication

Educación

PhD in a relevant field

Descripción del empleo

Tecnológico de Monterrey invites applications for a full-time faculty position in the LIFT Research Lab to advance world-class research improving livelihoods, productivity, resilience, and opportunities for diverse communities.

The successful candidate will lead empirical studies, collaborate across disciplines, and build partnerships with industry, governments, NGOs, and international bodies. Flexible location with a commitment to inclusive excellence.