The Andlinger Center for Energy and the Environment at Princeton University is hiring postdoctoral research associate(s) or a more senior researcher(s) in their Behavioral Science for Policy Lab (BSPL). Individuals with a PhD and research interests in psychology, sociology, behavioral economics, management, or another social or behavioral science relevant to the study of human behavior on climate change are encouraged to apply. The BSPL cuts across three academic units at Princeton University: (a.) the Andlinger Center for Energy and the Environment within the School of Engineering and Applied Science, (b.) the Science, Technology, and Environmental Policy Center within the School of Public and International Affairs, and (c.) the Department of Psychology. Directed by Dr. Elke Weber, the BSPL's mission is to put Weber's previous research insights about the full range of human motivation and human decisions processes into a broader context. Analyzing how decision makers who are imbedded in social networks and their physical and social environment receive information and cues from those sources as well as feedback from the effect of their decisions. The BSPL puts a special emphasis on applying this knowledge of decision making and motivations to climate change.

There is also a special emphasis on cross-cultural studies. The BSPL seeks researchers who are able to analyze data on social norms and misperceptions of social norms (aka pluralistic ignorance), experience of extreme weather events and attribution of these events to climate change or other causes, partisan worldviews, collective action, and policy preferences in the context of climate change. The lab examines these issues at various levels of analysis, from the individual to the corporate and political. In addition to contributing to ongoing studies, the researcher will have the opportunity to lead the way on new initiatives to address some of the issues identified above, or related topics. PhD degree in psychology, sociology, behavioral economics, management, or another social or behavioral science is required. Data analysis will require proficiency with the R programming language (or an equivalent) as well as a good foundation in statistics. Knowledge of the Qualtrics survey platform is beneficial but not necessary.

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; those hired at more senior ranks may have multi-year appointments. We are interested in receiving applications from members of groups that have been historically underrepresented in relevant fields. Applicants must apply online at https://www.princeton.edu/acad-positions/position/33983 and submit a CV, cover letter, and contact information for three 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/Affirmative Action 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.