Requisition # 2016-7024
Department Psychology
Category Research and Laboratory
Date Posted 12/2/2016
Full-Time / Part-Time Full-Time
Application Deadline ..
Overview
The group of Johannes Haushofer in the Department of Psychology and the Woodrow Wilson School of Public and International Affairs at Princeton University has several openings for research specialists. We are interested in understanding the psychological and neurobiological consequences of poverty, and their implications for economic choice. We conduct lab and field experiments in both developing and developed countries, using approaches from neurobiology, psychology, and economics.
Responsibilities
The successful applicant will assist with all aspects of research, including developing experiments, recruiting participants, collecting behavioral data, analyzing data, programming, miscellaneous research support, and administrative duties. Some travel to the field (especially Kenya) is envisaged.
Initial appointment is for one year with possibility for renewal pending satisfactory performance and funding availability.
Please submit a cover letter, CV, and contact information for two references. Applications will be evaluated beginning immediately, and will continue until the hiring process is complete.
The final candidate will be required to complete a background check successfully.
Qualifications
Essential Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in economics, psychology, neuroscience, or related field
- Strong analytical and writing skills
- Strong managerial and organizational skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous research experience in designing and conducting field and/or lab experiments
- Training and experience in development economics, behavioral economics, and/or neuroendocrinology
- Training in statistics/econometrics
- Programming experience (STATA, Matlab)
- Previous experience conducting research in developing countries
Princeton University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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. EEO IS THE LAW
Salary Grade
RSP, 010
Standard Weekly Hours
36.25
Eligible for Overtime
Yes
Benefits Eligible
Yes
Essential Services Personnel (see policy for detail)
No
Estimated Appointment End Date
3/1/2018
Comments Related to End Date
This is a one-year term position.
Physical Capacity Exam Required
No
Valid Driver's License Required
No
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