Postdoctoral Fellowship Openings – Stanford Initiative for Financial Decision-Making

Call for Applications: Postdoctoral Fellowship Openings at Stanford University

The Stanford Initiative for Financial Decision-Making (IFDM) is pleased to announce Postdoctoral Fellowship openings for the upcoming academic cycle. These prestigious fellowships offer outstanding early-career scholars the opportunity to conduct high-impact research at one of the world’s leading universities.

About the Initiative

The Stanford Initiative for Financial Decision-Making brings together experts from finance, economics, psychology, behavioral sciences, and data science to advance cutting-edge research on how individuals and institutions make financial decisions. The initiative supports rigorous empirical and theoretical work that contributes to academic scholarship and real-world policy.

Position Overview

Position Title: Postdoctoral Fellow

Institution: Stanford University

Program: Initiative for Financial Decision-Making (IFDM)

Location: Stanford, California, USA

Position Type: Full-time, Research-focused

Duration: Typically 1–2 years (renewal based on performance and funding)

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct independent and collaborative research aligned with the initiative’s themes.
• Work closely with Stanford faculty on joint research projects.
• Present findings at workshops, conferences, and academic forums.
• Contribute to publications in high-impact journals.
• Engage with a vibrant academic community through seminars and interdisciplinary activities.

Eligibility & Qualifications

• A Ph.D. in Finance, Economics, Psychology, Behavioral Science, Data Science, or related fields (completed or near completion).
• Strong research skills and demonstrated academic excellence.
• Evidence of research productivity, such as publications or working papers.
• Ability to work collaboratively in an interdisciplinary research environment.

Why Choose Stanford?

• Access to world-class faculty and research resources
• Supportive, intellectually stimulating environment
• Opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Global recognition, enhancing long-term academic career prospects

How to Apply

Applicants are encouraged to visit the official Stanford portal for application details, required documents, and deadline information.

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