Interdisciplinary Postdoctoral Position

$61,008 - $87,000/Yr

Cornell University - Ithaca, NY

Full-time - Entry Level

Ithaca, NY

Educational Services

About the position

The Interdisciplinary Postdoctoral Position at Cornell University focuses on research within the Data and Democracy Lab, engaging in interdisciplinary studies that intersect mathematics, political science, and civil rights. The role involves anchoring multiple research projects related to electoral systems and sampling problems, with opportunities for mentorship and collaboration with various stakeholders. This position is designed for candidates with a strong mathematical background and a commitment to interdisciplinary research, with no teaching requirements unless requested.

Responsibilities

• Anchor multiple research projects in electoral systems and sampling problems.
• Launch new research areas connected to the lab's work.
• Mentor graduate students and undergraduate members of the lab.
• Develop software related to research projects.
• Collaborate with civil rights stakeholders and legal scholars.

Requirements

• Doctoral degree in a relevant field.
• Experience in mathematical areas such as geometric group theory, spectral graph theory, or Bayesian statistics.
• Strong background in data science and algorithm design.

Nice-to-haves

• Exposure to scholarship in humanities, social science, or law.
• Curiosity in interdisciplinary research.

Benefits

• Adoption assistance
• Parental leave