Advertiser: Philosophy, Politics and Economics Program, University of Pennsylvania

Field(s) of specialization: Any field

Position type(s): Postdoctoral Scholar

Location of job: 249 S 36th Street, 311 Claudia Cohen Hall, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19104, United States

Degree required: Doctorate

Job start date: Flexible

Job duration: 1 year

Letters of reference required: 2

Application deadline: 24 Oct 2026 midnight UTC (accepting applications)

Posting end date: 24 Oct 2026

Ad text:

The Philosophy, Politics and Economics (PPE) Program at the University of Pennsylvania invites applications for a postdoctoral fellowship beginning Fall 2027 (appointment start date July 1, 2027). The fellowship lasts one year, with the possibility of annual renewal for up to four additional years, contingent upon a satisfactory performance review and funding.

This position is designed to support a talented economist working in behavioral or experimental economics, or a related PPE area. Duties include pursuing an independent research agenda and teaching three (3) courses each academic year, consisting of two (2) advanced interdisciplinary seminars and one (1) research seminar focused on training a small cohort of students in field-specific research methods. Seminar topics will be developed in consultation with the program and should reflect the fellow’s expertise while engaging substantively with PPE.

Qualifications

Applicants must have completed a PhD in Economics or a closely related field by the start of the appointment, along with a demonstrated record of interdisciplinary engagement, a strong research trajectory, and prior teaching experience.

Application Instructions

Application Materials:

• Cover letter describing research interests, current projects, and fit with the PPE Program
• Curriculum vitae
• Teaching dossier
• Two course descriptions for upper level undergraduate seminars (approx 150 words each)
• Two letters of recommendation

Interviews are anticipated to take place in December and January. For questions, please contact ppe-program@sas.upenn.edu.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.