Post Doc Researcher - Economics - Microsoft Research Job at Lensa, New York, NY

c3hmZjlieDZlaEdNTFBzT3NRdGxTT2RaZ0E9PQ==
  • Lensa
  • New York, NY

Job Description

Lensa is a career site that helps job seekers find great jobs in the US. We are not a staffing firm or agency. Lensa does not hire directly for these jobs, but promotes jobs on LinkedIn on behalf of its direct clients, recruitment ad agencies, and marketing partners. Lensa partners with DirectEmployers to promote this job for Microsoft Corporation. Clicking "Apply Now" or "Read more" on Lensa redirects you to the job board/employer site. Any information collected there is subject to their terms and privacy notice.

Overview

Microsoft Research (MSR) is an academic research organization within Microsoft. Our mission is to generate positively impactful research and innovation. Our labs are interdisciplinary, including leading scholars in economics, computational social science, computer science (notably machine learning), applied mathematics, and sociotechnical systems. We warmly welcome applicants who bring interests and skills that complement, challenge, and diversify our research.

Postdoc Researchers participate in seminars and the intellectual life of the lab, but there are no corporate work responsibilities. Postdocs have opportunities to access Microsoft data, e.g. on online advertising auctions, search, or software usage.

We are hiring in applied micro and theory, including behavioral, development, digitization, econometrics, game theory, health, labor, IO, machine learning, market design, public, and related fields.

Postdocs are hired for one to two years in Cambridge, MA, or New York, NY.

To learn more about our group, visit:

Responsibilities

As a Postdoc, you define your research agenda in collaboration with other researchers, driving forward an effective program of basic, fundamental, and applied research. We highly value collaboration and building new ideas with members of the group and others. You have the direct opportunity to realize your ideas in products and services used worldwide.

  • PhD in Economics or relevant field (completed or close to completion by summer of 2026).
  • Research ability demonstrated by journal publications, working papers, and job market paper.
  • Research agenda that is complementary to Microsoft economics group.

Qualifications

Required Qualification:

  • PhD in Economics or relevant field (completed or close to completion by summer of 2026).
  • Experience in applied theory or applied micro, including behavioral, development, digitization, econometrics, game theory, health, labor, IO, machine learning, market design, public, and related fields.

Other Requirements

  • In your application, in addition to details on your research agenda, please answer these questions in your cover letter:
  • How would your research agenda and/or life experiences complement our lab?
  • How would your research agenda benefit from being at MSR?
  • How does your research generate a positive impact on society?

You can upload documents by going to your profile on the career site and clicking on the Resume Manager tab in the top right of the page, and from there selecting Other Documents. If you are having trouble submitting your application, please go to the bottom of the page and click "Support" and fill out the requested information.

Research Sciences IC3 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $100,600 - $199,000 per year. There is a different range applicable to specific work locations, within the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, and the base pay range for this role in those locations is USD $131,400 - $215,400 per year.

Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here:

This position will be open for a minimum of 5 days, with applications accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.

Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance with religious accommodations and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations. (

If you have questions about this posting, please contact support@lensa.com

Job Tags

Ongoing contract, Full time, Summer work, Local area, Worldwide,

Similar Jobs

Instacart

Senior Site Reliability Engineer II Job at Instacart

 ...Senior Site Reliability Engineer II Get a Taste of Instacart Instacart is a hybrid remote team. Most of our roles are open to in-office, flex, or remote work. No matter what you bring to the potluck, theres a seat at the table for you. We celebrate the unique... 

Design Observer

Junior Industrial Designer Job at Design Observer

 ...About The Role As a Jr. Industrial Designer, you will play a crucial role in supporting the design and development of innovative products that meet both functional and aesthetic requirements. You will collaborate closely with senior designers, engineers, and production... 

AiRCO HVAC, Plumbing, Electric

Commercial HVAC Chiller Technician Job at AiRCO HVAC, Plumbing, Electric

 ...Overview We are seeking a skilled and motivated Commercial HVAC Chiller Technician to join our team in Round Rock, TX. If you have a passion for maintaining and repairing HVAC systems, particularly chillers, and enjoy working in a dynamic environment, this is the perfect... 

Worthington Manufacturing

Sheet Metal Assembly Technician — HVAC Systems Job at Worthington Manufacturing

 ...keep reading. The Challenge Master a lineup of equipmentstamping presses, roll formers, laser cutting, and standard sheet metal fabrication tools. Assemble steel HVAC components and confirm quality at each step. Keep the floor clean and organized so the next... 

MacQueen

Driver Job at MacQueen

Job Details Description Support the safe and efficient movement of company units and equipment. What Youll Do Drive and transport company units to and from customer locations Periodically relocate units across state lines Secure loose tools, equipment...