Postdoctoral Researcher in Behavioral Economics: The Max Planck Institute for the Study of Crime, Security and Law (MPI-CSL) in Freiburg, Germany, invites applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher in Behavioral Economics. This position is part of the “MANUNKIND: Determinants and Dynamics of Collaborative Exploitation” research project, funded by the European Research Council (ERC), and offers a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research on exploitative behavior and multidisciplinary studies.
Designation: Postdoctoral Researcher
Research Area: Behavioral Economics
Location: Max Planck Institute for the Study of Crime, Security and Law, Freiburg, Germany
Eligibility/Qualification: Core requirements:
- Ph.D. in economics, psychology, biology, or a related behavioral science (or nearing completion)
- Experience in designing and conducting behavioral experiments with adherence to Open Science standards
- Familiarity with game theory and/or microeconomic modeling
Desirable qualities:
- Proficiency in R and/or Python
- Expertise in applied microeconomics or archival data analysis, geospatial analysis, or agent-based simulation modeling
- Strong interest in behavioral economics and theory-based approaches to human decision-making
- Willingness to enhance statistical and methodological skills
- Excellent written and spoken English
- Team player with a commitment to Open Science
- Knowledge of German (an asset but not mandatory)
Job Description: The postdoctoral researcher will join the Independent Research Group led by Dr. Dr. Hannes Rusch and will focus on behavioral economic methodologies, including formal modeling, experimental economics, and applied microeconomics. Research topics include discrimination, exploitation, violence, conflict, and the economic analysis of criminal and public law. The researcher will engage in theory-driven and transparent research following Open Science standards.
Our Offer:
- Fully funded research position with no teaching obligations
- Three-year contract, starting from April 1, 2024 (negotiable)
- Competitive salary based on the German Civil Service Collective Agreement
- Access to top-notch laboratory facilities and specialist libraries
- Opportunities for collaboration, hackathons, workshops, and conferences
- Flexible work options, including remote work
- Support for personal and professional development, including free German language courses
- Commitment to diversity and equal opportunity in the workplace
How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit their application through the online application portal on the MPI-CSL website (https://csl.mpg.de/en/career). Please include the following documents:
- A motivation letter (max. two pages) explaining how your interests and profile align with the project goals and selection criteria.
- Names and email addresses of at least two scholars who can provide references within three working days upon request.
- CV with a complete list of publications.
- A writing sample (e.g., job market paper or first-authored journal article).
- Study certificates and transcripts of records.
Last Date for Apply: 12 November 2023 (Strict deadline)
For inquiries or additional information, please contact Dr. Dr. Hannes Rusch (https://csl.mpg.de/person/hannes-rusch/) or Dr. Annika Hampel, Recruitment Officer (https://csl.mpg.de/person/annika-hampel).
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