Research Scientist in the Center for Behavioral Institutional Design

Job title: Research Scientist in the Center for Behavioral Institutional Design

Company: New York University Abu Dhabi

Job description: (C-BID), New York University Abu Dhabi, seeks to recruit a research scientist/ senior research scientist to support the center in conducting applied research in behavioral social science, undertaken in collaboration with local public and private partners. The research scientist/ senior research scientist will contribute to advancing the design of scientifically informed institutions and policies that have local impact, and improve economic outcomes and welfare.The ideal candidate will be a well-trained, self-motivated, hard-working, professional, equally capable of working alone and as part of a team, and hold a PhD in Economics with at least 5 years’ experience in their field along with extensive research and publication in well-known journals and conference paper. The position requires expertise in experimental, empirical, and/or theoretical methods. Candidates with research experience in the private or public sector are also encouraged to apply. Excellent communication skills in English, the ability to work in multidisciplinary teams, and scientific creativity are essential.Successful applicants are expected to work in the behavioral policy cluster of the center to design policy and institutions in close collaboration with the C-BID team (Nikos Nikiforakis, John Wooders, Olivier Bochet, and Ernesto Reuben) and the center’s numerous partners.The position provides a salary higher than internationally competitive rates for research scientist positions, in addition to substantial benefits (generous housing, transportation and travel allowances, educational subsidies for children), together with full health insurance and retirement contributions. The UAE does not levy income tax.Appointments will be for one year, renewable for additional year, subject to availability of fundingApplications will be accepted on a rolling basis and candidates will be considered until the position is filled. To be considered, applicants must submit a curriculum vitae, a cover letter, a research paper, a research statement highlighting research experience, transcript of degree, and at least three reference letters, all in PDF format. Note that this position is NOT located in the United States; you must be willing to relocate to Abu Dhabi, UAE.Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis and candidates will be considered until the position is filled. To be considered, applicants must submit a curriculum vitae, a cover letter, a research paper, a research statement highlighting research experience, transcript of degree, and at least three reference letters, all in PDF format. Note that this position is NOT located in the United States; you must be willing to relocate to Abu Dhabi, UAE.For any questions, please email: Nikos Nikiforakis ( ) or John Wooders ( ).About NYUADNYU Abu Dhabi is a degree-granting research university with a fully integrated liberal arts and science undergraduate program in the Arts, Sciences, Social Sciences, Humanities, and Engineering. NYU Abu Dhabi, NYU New York, and NYU Shanghai, form the backbone of NYU’s global network university, an interconnected network of portal campuses and academic centers across six continents that enable seamless international mobility of students and faculty in their pursuit of academic and scholarly activity. This global university represents a transformative shift in higher education, one in which the intellectual and creative endeavors of academia are shaped and examined through an international and multicultural perspective. As a major intellectual hub at the crossroads of the Arab world, NYUAD serves as a center for scholarly thought, advanced research, knowledge creation, and sharing, through its academic, research, and creative activities.UAE Nationals are encouraged to apply.EOE/AA/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity EmployerEqual Employment Opportunity StatementFor people in the EU, click here for information on your privacy rights under GDPR:NYU is an equal opportunity employer committed to equity, diversity, and social inclusion.Share this jobSave jobClick to add the job to your shortlistYou need to or to save a job.Get job alertsCreate a job alert and receive personalised job recommendations straight to your inbox.© 2015 – 2025 THE World Universities Insights Limited. Powered by Madgex Job Board SoftwareCloseBefore you apply –
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Location: Abu Dhabi

Job date: Fri, 17 Jan 2025 08:54:28 GMT

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