Visiting Research Scholar - Microeconomic Theory

Princeton University; Princeton (NJ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Princeton University invites applications for a Visiting Research Scholar in Microeconomic Theory at the William S. Dietrich II Economic Theory Center in Princeton, NJ.

The appointment spans an academic year and includes office space and the opportunity to pursue independent research in microeconomic theory. Scholars must hold a doctorate and remain employed at a non-Princeton institution during the visit; teaching participation may be possible with mutual agreement and adequate course

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent degree required.
• On-campus, in-person work location at Princeton University.
• Not eligible for sponsorship of an H-1B visa.

Responsibilities

• Pursue independent research in microeconomic theory and contribute to the scholarly community.
• Participate in the department's teaching program if mutually agreed and subject to enrollment and dean's approval.

Education

Doctorate or equivalent degree

Job description

Visiting Research Scholar - Microeconomic Theory

Location: Princeton, NJ

Salary Range or Pay Grade: $75,000 - $140,000

Description

The William S. Dietrich II Economic Theory Center of the Department of Economics may have an opening for a Visiting Research Scholar, expected to start in September 2027. Primary criteria are the quality of the applicant's research and interest/experience in microeconomic theory.

Visiting Research Scholars spend an academic year in residence at Princeton. They are given office space and the opportunity to pursue their own research on any topic in microeconomic theory. Visiting Research Scholars may participate in the University's teaching program if mutually agreed, with sufficient course enrollments, and with the approval of the Office of the Dean of the Faculty. Visiting Research Scholars must be employed at an institution other than Princeton during their visit. The amount that Princeton provides will depend on the level of support the Visiting Research Scholar will receive from his or her home institution during the visit.

Qualifications

Applicants must have a doctorate or equivalent degree. The work location for this position is in-person on campus at Princeton University. This position is not eligible for sponsorship of an H-1B visa requiring consular processing.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Princeton University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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