Postdoctoral Research Associate - Military veterans preferred

Position: Postdoctoral Research Associate

Description: The Behavioral Science for Policy Lab (BSPL), directed by Professor Elke Weber, is seeking an outstanding researcher for a Postdoctoral Research Associate or more senior position starting in the Summer of 2025 or sooner. The postdoctoral research associate will join a DOE-funded project on the social, political, and policy dimensions of decarbonization and renewable energy expansion in the U.S. The researcher will work with a group of interdisciplinary scholars across multiple institutions that includes Elke Weber and Chris Greig at Princeton University, Sara Constantino at Stanford University, and Holly Caggiano at the University of British Columbia as well as multiple community partners. The position will be based at the Andlinger Center for Energy and the Environment, which is focused on resolving critical challenges to securing a sustainable energy and environmental future. The postdoctoral researcher will also have the opportunity to spend time at Stanford University's Doerr School of Sustainability for research visits. Required Qualifications: We are seeking a highly motivated and organized postdoctoral researcher with the following qualifications: *Ph.D. in a social science discipline (psychology, political science, policy, economics, sociology, or other relevant subdisciplines) with an applied focus on the environment, climate change, and/or energy *Strong methodological and quantitative skills, such as survey and sampling design and data analysis (in R or Python), meta-analysis and/or document/text analysis, or computational modeling *An interest in mixed-methods approaches, including also qualitative and case study approaches *Strong collaborative skills and ability to work well in multidisciplinary environments. *Excellent verbal and written language skills (verbal and written). Additional Desired Qualifications *A track record of publishing in peer-reviewed journals *Experience working on interdisciplinary teams *An interest in sustainability and energy transitions The term of appointment is based on rank. Positions at the postdoctoral rank are for one year with the possibility of renewal pending satisfactory performance and continued funding for a total period up to 3 years; those hired at more senior ranks may have multi-year appointments. Applicants must apply online at https://puwebp.princeton.edu/AcadHire/position/37641 and submit a CV, cover letter, two publication or writing samples, and contact information for two references. The work location for this position is in-person on campus at Princeton University. This position is subject to the University's background check policy. Please reach out to ayasalim@princeton.edu with any questions. Princeton University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. EEO IS THE LAW. Deadline: March 15, 2025 11:59 (EST ); Finalists will be contacted for an interview. Start date: Spring/Summer 2025.



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