Postdoctoral Research Fellows (ARH/255/2023): Corvinus University of Budapest, a prestigious institution with over a century of history, invites applications for two Postdoctoral Research Fellow positions within the Computational Inequalities Research Group at the Center for Collective Learning (CCL). The research focus encompasses computational social science, urban science, and complex systems, led by Professor César Hidalgo.
Designation: Postdoctoral Research Fellow (Full-time, 30 months)
Research Area: Computational Inequalities, with specific emphasis on projects related to intersectional inequalities in science and the impact of diversity on collective objectivity.
Location: Corvinus University of Budapest, Hungary – a historic UNESCO Heritage building overlooking the Danube River.
Eligibility/Qualification:
- University degree in Quantitative Social Sciences (e.g., Economics, Statistics, Sociology), Computer Science, Physics, or related field.
- Fluency in English.
- Passion for computational social science research, particularly in gender and racial inequality, human-AI interaction, and algorithmic fairness.
- Experience or willingness to learn programming in Python/R.
- Experience or willingness to learn how to conduct experiments and/or analyze big data.
Job Description: The selected candidates will collaborate closely with faculty members, contributing to the development of research projects and related tasks. Responsibilities include presenting research findings at conferences, workshops, and professional events. Postdoctoral fellows are encouraged to explore and develop their own interests in relevant topics, fostering a dynamic and collaborative research environment.
What we offer:
- Full-time employment contract for 30 months.
- Ongoing training and development opportunities.
- Supportive, international working environment with collaboration opportunities.
- Additional benefits via Cafeteria allowance.
- Opportunity to be part of a new research center and initiate a new research lab.
- Work-from-home flexibility for a few days a week.
Place of Work: Corvinus University of Budapest, 1093 Budapest, Közraktár utca 4-6.
How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit their application by clicking the ‘Apply’ button, including:
- CV
- Cover letter detailing research experience and interests
- Name and email of three professional references
- Link to professional website and/or Google Scholar profile
Last Date for Apply: 15th February 2024
For inquiries about the role, contact Orsolya Vásárhelyi at orsolya.vasarhelyi@uni-corvinus.hu
