Janeway Institute Postdoctoral Research Fellowship (Research Assistant or Research Associate) (Fixed Term)
University of Cambridge, Newtown, Cambridge
Janeway Institute Postdoctoral Research Fellowship (Research Assistant or Research Associate) (Fixed Term)
£44263
University of Cambridge, Newtown, Cambridge
- Full time
- Temporary
- Onsite working
Posted today, 24 Oct | Get your application in now to be one of the first to apply.
Closing date: Closing date not specified
job Ref: e60b4734698840128be9f0fcae709f89
Full Job Description
The Janeway Institute at the Faculty of Economics, Cambridge University has a Postdoctoral Research Fellowship available for candidates working in Micro Behaviour and Incentives, Information and Uncertainty who have recently been awarded a doctoral degree or expect to receive their degree by September 2025. The Fellowship is for a period of 3 years. The Fellowship will be based at the Janeway Institute. The Janeway Institute was created to develop new fundamental ideas, methods and research which push the frontier of economics. We welcome applications from researchers working on areas related to the below theme of the Institute (a non-exclusive list of topics of interest is in parenthesis)
- Micro Behaviour and Incentives, Information and Uncertainty (including game theory and behavioural economics; the theme is mainly concerned with theoretical issues; however, applications of economic theory are also welcomed.)
Successful candidates who have not yet received their PhD by September 2025 will be employed on University Grade 5 as Research Assistants, starting at £31,396 per annum. Upon being awarded their PhD, their salary will be upgraded to Grade 7 as Research Associates (Fellowships), starting at £36,024 per annum in the first year. In the second year, the salary will rise to £37,099, and in the third year, it will be £38,205. Limited teaching opportunities through the Janeway Teaching Fellowships are potentially available for those interested in gaining valuable experience and contributing to the learning environment. These opportunities are contingent on the Faculty's needs and the candidate being suitably qualified and eligible for the fellowship scheme. Further details, including additional remuneration for these teaching responsibilities, can be discussed during the interview process. Fellows would also have the possibility of joining a college. Applications should consist of: - a curriculum vitae;
- expression of interest cover letter outlining how you would be able to contribute to the Janeway Institute in light of your research interests;
- job market paper;
- supplementary material containing other available research papers.