Post Doctoral Research Associate – Economics: Join UMass Amherst, the Commonwealth’s flagship campus, as a Post Doctoral Research Associate in Economics. This two-year position provides an exciting opportunity to collaborate on research focused on the political economy of essential sectors and a post-neoliberal economic stabilization paradigm, under the guidance of PI Isabella Weber.
Designation: Post Doctoral Research Associate
Research Area: Political economy of essential sectors and post-neoliberal economic stabilization paradigm
Location: UMass Amherst, Massachusetts, USA
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Completed PhD at the time of appointment
- Academic activity for no longer than 4 years post-PhD
Job Description:
- Collaborate on research with PI Isabella Weber
- Coordinate a team of graduate student research assistants
- Conduct primary research on selected sectors using mixed methods and archival research
- Conduct literature reviews on governance modes for systemically important sectors
- Prepare expert interviews and group discussions
- Develop and lead an outreach strategy engaging stakeholders and the broader public
- Present research at academic conferences and workshops
- Work with the PI to build up infrastructure and protocols for collaborative research
How to Apply: Interested candidates must submit the following materials to Dr. Isabella Weber at imweber@umass.edu:
- Cover letter addressed to Dr. Isabella Weber, Department of Economics, UMass Amherst
- CV
- One writing sample
- Contact information for three (3) academic references
Last Date for Apply: Review of applications will continue until the position is filled.
Tables:
| Physical Demands/Working Conditions | Typical office environment |
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| Work Schedule | Full-time position, 40 hours a week, Monday – Friday, with occasional weekend/evening conference meetings |
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| Additional Information |
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| – The two-year position starts as soon as possible and no later than June 2024 (negotiable) |
| – Successful candidates are encouraged to relocate to Amherst; remote work arrangements will be considered |
| – This is a research position; no teaching is expected, but collaboration with graduate and undergraduate student assistants may occur |
| – The postdoctoral research associate will be mentored by Isabella Weber |
