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Post-doctoral Researcher – Behavioral Economics & Policy Design Job Vacancy in UAE Abdu Dhabi

Posted date [2025-04-06]   (ID: 34185)
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New York University Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) is a globally recognized institution pioneering a transformative model of higher education. As part of the prestigious NYU global network, NYUAD offers an exceptional liberal arts and sciences education, fostering intercultural understanding and leadership.

Located in the heart of Abu Dhabi, NYUAD is dedicated to groundbreaking research and graduate education, addressing critical local and global challenges through interdisciplinary collaboration. It plays a vital role in shaping a sustainable, knowledge-based economy in the UAE and advancing NYU’s mission as a model university for the 21st century.

NYUAD maintains the highest standards of academic excellence, innovation, and inclusivity, welcoming students and faculty from around the world. The university provides a dynamic environment for learning, research, and professional development in one of the world’s fastest-growing educational and cultural hubs.

For more information on career opportunities at NYU Abu Dhabi, visit the official website: http://nyuad.nyu.edu/en/

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Post-doctoral Researcher – Behavioral Economics & Policy Design

The newly established Center for Behavioral Institutional Design (C-BID) at New York University Abu Dhabi is recruiting a Post-doctoral Researcher to contribute to cutting-edge research at the intersection of behavioral economics, social science, and public policy. This role is ideal for researchers interested in uncovering the roots of human behavioral diversity and developing empirically-informed models to design welfare-enhancing institutions.

Job Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Job Industry: Higher Education / Behavioral and Social Science
Job Function: Economics & Public Policy Research
Salary: Competitive with housing and education benefits
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Candidate Current Location: Any
Job Type: Full-time

What Does a Post-doctoral Researcher in Behavioral Policy Do?

This role supports C-BID’s mission of integrating behavioral insights into institutional design. The selected candidate will collaborate with world-class faculty and interdisciplinary teams to explore how social, biological, and institutional factors influence human preferences and decision-making. The work spans theoretical modeling, data analysis, policy design, and applied social science.

What Are the Key Responsibilities?

- Conduct original research aligned with C-BID’s goals in behavioral economics
- Use experimental, empirical, or theoretical approaches to study human behavior
- Collaborate with faculty and international researchers across disciplines
- Contribute to one or more research clusters in the center
- Publish in high-impact journals and present at academic and policy conferences
- Work with policymakers and stakeholders to translate research into real-world applications
- Assist in data collection, analysis, tool development, or simulation depending on the project
- Mentor students and engage in C-BID seminars and meetings

What Are the Required Skills for a Post-doctoral Role in Abu Dhabi?

Education:
- PhD in Economics or a related discipline such as Political Science, Psychology, or Sociology

Experience:
- Expertise in experimental, empirical, or theoretical economic methods
- Strong publication potential or a record of peer-reviewed research
- Previous interdisciplinary work or collaboration is a plus
- Interest in real-world policy applications is highly desirable

Skills:
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills in a diverse, multidisciplinary setting
- Scientific creativity and initiative in developing and testing new models
- Ability to work both independently and within a team
- Strong analytical, data processing, or theoretical modeling abilities

What Benefits Come with This Role?

- Competitive tax-free salary and benefits
- Housing allowance and educational subsidies for dependents
- Research support through the NYUAD Kawader program
- Opportunities for interdisciplinary and international collaboration
- Participation in global academic networks across NYU campuses
- Access to public policy circles and local institutional partnerships in the UAE

About the Company

NYU Abu Dhabi is a globally connected university fostering innovative research in arts, science, and policy. C-BID is a pioneering center for behavioral social science, focusing on empirically grounded institutional design to enhance societal well-being. It brings together economists, psychologists, neuroscientists, and public policy experts to address complex challenges in institutional development and governance.

To apply, submit your statement of interest, CV, list of publications, up to three reprints or transcripts, and arrange for two letters of recommendation. All documents must be submitted in PDF format through the NYUAD application portal. For details about the Kawader program, visit the official webpage. For questions, email nyuad.kawader(at)nyu.edu. Please allow up to 5 business days for a response. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis until filled.
Job Title Post-doctoral Researcher – Behavioral Economics & Policy Design
Job Description Post-doctoral Researcher – Behavioral Economics & Policy Design

The newly established Center for Behavioral Institutional Design (C-BID) at New York University Abu Dhabi is recruiting a Post-doctoral Researcher to contribute to cutting-edge research at the intersection of behavioral economics, social science, and public policy. This role is ideal for researchers interested in uncovering the roots of human behavioral diversity and developing empirically-informed models to design welfare-enhancing institutions.

Job Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Job Industry: Higher Education / Behavioral and Social Science
Job Function: Economics & Public Policy Research
Salary: Competitive with housing and education benefits
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Candidate Current Location: Any
Job Type: Full-time

What Does a Post-doctoral Researcher in Behavioral Policy Do?

This role supports C-BID’s mission of integrating behavioral insights into institutional design. The selected candidate will collaborate with world-class faculty and interdisciplinary teams to explore how social, biological, and institutional factors influence human preferences and decision-making. The work spans theoretical modeling, data analysis, policy design, and applied social science.

What Are the Key Responsibilities?

- Conduct original research aligned with C-BID’s goals in behavioral economics
- Use experimental, empirical, or theoretical approaches to study human behavior
- Collaborate with faculty and international researchers across disciplines
- Contribute to one or more research clusters in the center
- Publish in high-impact journals and present at academic and policy conferences
- Work with policymakers and stakeholders to translate research into real-world applications
- Assist in data collection, analysis, tool development, or simulation depending on the project
- Mentor students and engage in C-BID seminars and meetings

What Are the Required Skills for a Post-doctoral Role in Abu Dhabi?

Education:
- PhD in Economics or a related discipline such as Political Science, Psychology, or Sociology

Experience:
- Expertise in experimental, empirical, or theoretical economic methods
- Strong publication potential or a record of peer-reviewed research
- Previous interdisciplinary work or collaboration is a plus
- Interest in real-world policy applications is highly desirable

Skills:
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills in a diverse, multidisciplinary setting
- Scientific creativity and initiative in developing and testing new models
- Ability to work both independently and within a team
- Strong analytical, data processing, or theoretical modeling abilities

What Benefits Come with This Role?

- Competitive tax-free salary and benefits
- Housing allowance and educational subsidies for dependents
- Research support through the NYUAD Kawader program
- Opportunities for interdisciplinary and international collaboration
- Participation in global academic networks across NYU campuses
- Access to public policy circles and local institutional partnerships in the UAE

About the Company

NYU Abu Dhabi is a globally connected university fostering innovative research in arts, science, and policy. C-BID is a pioneering center for behavioral social science, focusing on empirically grounded institutional design to enhance societal well-being. It brings together economists, psychologists, neuroscientists, and public policy experts to address complex challenges in institutional development and governance.

To apply, submit your statement of interest, CV, list of publications, up to three reprints or transcripts, and arrange for two letters of recommendation. All documents must be submitted in PDF format through the NYUAD application portal. For details about the Kawader program, visit the official webpage. For questions, email nyuad.kawader(at)nyu.edu. Please allow up to 5 business days for a response. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis until filled.
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Location City Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
    
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Job Type Job Type -> Full-time
Industry Type Job Industry -> Higher Education
Job Function Job Functions -> Public Relations
Employers Details
Company New York University
Contact Person New York University
Designation HR Manager
Telephone 026284141
Email nyuad.career(at)nyu.edu