Post-Doctoral Associate in Social Science
Join NYU Abu Dhabi's Social Science Experimental Laboratory to conduct cutting-edge experimental research.
Best for:Best for recent PhD graduates in economics or related fields with a strong background in experimental methods and behavioral research.
Overview
The Social Science Experimental Laboratory (SSEL) at New York University Abu Dhabi invites applications for a Post-Doctoral Associate position in economics or a related field. The successful candidate will collaborate with faculty members, conduct experimental research, and publish in leading journals without any teaching duties. Applicants must have completed their PhD within the last three years and possess strong expertise in experimental methods. The position offers a highly competitive salary, generous benefits, tax-free compensation in the UAE, and an initial two-year appointment with a possibility of renewal.
What you'll do
- Conduct empirical and experimental research in social sciences and interdisciplinary topics.
- Publish research findings in leading academic journals and outlets.
- Collaborate closely with SSEL board members and affiliated faculty.
- Contribute to the daily operations and administration of the experimental laboratory.
- Participate actively in academic seminars, workshops, and division events.
Requirements
Degree required: PhD in economics or a related field
Language: English
Instruction: English
Publications: Record or potential for publishing in leading journals in social science or interdisciplinary outlets
- Expertise in experimental research methods
- Prior experience conducting lab, lab-in-the-field, online, or field experiments
- Strong publication potential in leading social science journals
- Collaborative research orientation
- Must hold a PhD in economics or a related field
- Must be within 3 years of having received the PhD degree
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-11-12
Interested candidates must submit all required application documents in PDF format. Submissions should include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, copy of highest degree or transcript, research statement, and recommendation letters.
- Cover letter
- CV
- Transcript of degree/ copy of highest degree
- Research statement
- 2 recommendation letters
Contact
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