Behavioral Science Postdoc & Instructor

The University Of Chicago; United States; On-site; USD 63,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Chicago Booth School of Business seeks a Postdoctoral Principal Researcher/Behavioral Science Instructor to conduct independent and collaborative experimental research with RF-CDR, exploring questions in psychology and behavioral economics. The position involves teaching two sections of a quarter-length course each year, participating in workshops, and engaging in the school’s academic life.

The initial appointment is one year, with potential extension.

Qualifications

• Must have a college or university degree in a related field.
• Strong teaching experience.
• Strong record of research productivity in behavioral science.

Responsibilities

• Participates in study design, data acquisition and analysis, manuscript development, and presentation/publication of results.
• Teaches two sections of a quarter-long behavioral science class each academic year.
• Uses subject matter knowledge to perform lab and/or research-related duties.
• Works independently to assist with project design.
• Guides data collection, evaluation and analysis.
• Designs and manages databases.
• Writes reports, articles and manuscripts.
• Performs other related work as needed.

Skills

Teaching experience

Research productivity

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Ph.D. expected by 2027

Job description

The University of Chicago Booth School of Business seeks a Postdoctoral Principal Researcher/Behavioral Science Instructor to conduct independent and collaborative experimental research with RF-CDR, exploring questions in psychology and behavioral economics. The position involves teaching two sections of a quarter-length course each year, participating in workshops, and engaging in the school’s academic life.

The initial appointment is one year, with potential extension.