Postdoctoral Researcher

University of Pennsylvania • Philadelphia, PA

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About The Position

The Business Economics and Public Policy Department of The Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania invites applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher with the Wharton Workforce Futures Lab, working with Professor Corinne Low. The initial appointment is for one year, with possible renewal based on satisfactory performance.

The researcher will develop projects with Professor Low related to making workplaces better for parents, eliminating rigid gender roles at home, and debunking narratives that restrict women’s workplace progress. Because of the position’s funding model, the researcher will advance coauthored work with Professor Low and other lab affiliates. The role is intended for a scholar interested in pursuing a tenure-track academic position and building a stronger research portfolio.

The Workforce Futures Lab produces, tests, and shares rigorous research on what makes workplaces work for all. In partnership with organizations, it studies practical workplace innovations and translates academic findings into tools for decision-makers. The Lab received a $2.5 million grant as one of 18 awardees of the $60 million Workplace Innovation Now (WIN) Challenge, to advance an innovative solution to help women thrive and everyone win in a rapidly changing workplace.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Economics or a related field from an accredited institution.
• Outstanding capacity for research.
• Excellent communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Existing research in workplace innovation and gender economics.
• Experience with field or lab experiments.
• Strong coding skills.
• Interest in pursuing a tenure-track academic position.

Responsibilities

• Develop research projects with Professor Corinne Low related to improving workplaces for parents, eliminating rigid gender roles at home, and debunking narratives that restrict women’s workplace progress.
• Advance coauthored work with Professor Low and other Workforce Futures Lab affiliates.
• Build a research portfolio in preparation for a potential tenure-track academic career.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree