University of Connecticut

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The Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics at the University of Connecticut invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate position in Empirical Industrial Organization and Applied Econometrics. Applicants must have received a doctoral degree in economics or related field by July 2022. The position provides an outstanding opportunity for collaborative and self-directed research with the expectation to publish in top academic journals.

This position is funded by the National Institute of Food and Agriculture for two years, with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2022. The research team includes Drs. Rigoberto Lopez and Sandro Steinbach at the University of Connecticut, and Dr. Aviv Nevo at the University of Pennsylvania. The project deploys advanced econometric modeling and large datasets to investigate the implications of the evolving food retail structure for competition and employment.

Applicants will be evaluated based on (1) the quality of the applicant’s research achievements, (2) the fit between their interests and the project objectives, and (3) the contribution they are likely to make in the future. Provide a cover letter, CV, and two letters of reference through JOE.

For inquiries, contact Dr. Lopez at rigoberto.lopez@uconn.edu. Application reviews begin on January 15th and interviews start on January 29th.