The University of Chicago
Howard and Nancy Marks Principal Researcher
The University of Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Overview
Department : Booth CDR: Operations The University of Chicago Booth School of Business is the second-oldest business school in the U.S. and has a long history of influencing business education and practice. Since 1898, the school has produced ideas and leaders that shape the world of business. Booth offers a rigorous, discipline-based approach to business education that transforms students into confident, effective, respected business leaders prepared to face the toughest challenges. Booth has facilities on four campuses (two in Chicago, one in London, one in Hong Kong) reflecting the architectural traditions of their environs and offering state-of-the-art learning environments. Booth emphasizes an unmatched faculty, degree and open enrollment programs on three continents, a global alumni network, and growing corporate relationships that provide lifelong career opportunities. Booth is part of the University of Chicago and shares the University’s core values of questioning ideas, seeking proof, and driving new solutions. For more information, visit the Booth website (URL provided in the original description). Job Summary Supported by the Howard and Nancy Marks Post-Doctoral Fellowship, the Principal Researcher position is designed to foster research on the boundaries among psychology, economics, and finance. The Principal Researcher coordinates the Center’s brownbag series and assists with other Center programs and events as needed. The position includes a research budget and potential collaboration with Booth faculty and other University units. This position is anticipated to last two years and begins Summer/Fall 2026. Responsibilities
Develops original research questions and implements studies to investigate them. Participates in study design, data acquisition and analysis, manuscript development, and presentation/publication of results. Assists with teaching responsibilities of up to two quarters of behavioral science classes each academic year. Serves as the coordinator of the Center’s brownbag series and assists with other Center programs and events as needed. Uses subject matter knowledge and best practices to perform lab and/or research-related duties; works independently on project design. Guides data collection, evaluation and analysis; designs and manages databases; writes reports, articles, and manuscripts. Performs other related work as needed. Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in a related field. Work Experience:
Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 5-7 years of work experience in a related job discipline. Certifications:
--- Preferred Qualifications
Education: Ph.D., earned or expected by August 2026, in economics, psychology, or finance. Experience: Conducting computer, web-based, and interpersonal interaction-based experiments. Preferred Competencies
Familiarity with methods of experimentation. Outstanding verbal, written, and organizational skills with attention to detail. Ability to work independently with little supervision; self-motivated; identifies opportunities for improvement and implements changes to achieve objectives. Excellent strategic planning, critical thinking, analytical, and persuasion skills. Demonstrated ability to work effectively with colleagues, students, faculty, and corporate contacts using multiple communication methods (in-person, email, phone). Professional demeanor, including tact, discretion, and a customer service-oriented approach. Working Conditions
This position is currently expected to work a minimum of three days per week in the office. Application Documents
Resume/CV (required) Cover Letter describing areas of research interests (required) Two Letters of Recommendation (required) Summary detailing personal thoughts on the potential contribution of this position to your disciplinary training and academic career (preferred); indicate one or two faculty members you would like to collaborate with (preferred) When applying, documents MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application. Job Family
Research Role Impact
Individual Contributor Scheduled Weekly Hours 37.5 Drug Test Required No Health Screen Required No Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required No Pay Rate Type Salary FLSA Status Exempt Pay Range $75,000.00 The included pay rate or range represents the University’s good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting. Benefits Eligible
Yes The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook. Posting Statement
The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University’s Notice of Nondiscrimination. Job seekers needing a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via the Applicant Inquiry Form. All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history. A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment. The University considers conviction information on a case-by-case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position. The University of Chicago’s Annual Security & Fire Safety Report provides information about safety support, crime and fire statistics, emergency response and related policies. The Report can be accessed online at:
securityreport.uchicago.edu. Paper copies are available upon request from the University of Chicago Police Department, 850 E. 61st Street, Chicago, IL 60637.
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Department : Booth CDR: Operations The University of Chicago Booth School of Business is the second-oldest business school in the U.S. and has a long history of influencing business education and practice. Since 1898, the school has produced ideas and leaders that shape the world of business. Booth offers a rigorous, discipline-based approach to business education that transforms students into confident, effective, respected business leaders prepared to face the toughest challenges. Booth has facilities on four campuses (two in Chicago, one in London, one in Hong Kong) reflecting the architectural traditions of their environs and offering state-of-the-art learning environments. Booth emphasizes an unmatched faculty, degree and open enrollment programs on three continents, a global alumni network, and growing corporate relationships that provide lifelong career opportunities. Booth is part of the University of Chicago and shares the University’s core values of questioning ideas, seeking proof, and driving new solutions. For more information, visit the Booth website (URL provided in the original description). Job Summary Supported by the Howard and Nancy Marks Post-Doctoral Fellowship, the Principal Researcher position is designed to foster research on the boundaries among psychology, economics, and finance. The Principal Researcher coordinates the Center’s brownbag series and assists with other Center programs and events as needed. The position includes a research budget and potential collaboration with Booth faculty and other University units. This position is anticipated to last two years and begins Summer/Fall 2026. Responsibilities
Develops original research questions and implements studies to investigate them. Participates in study design, data acquisition and analysis, manuscript development, and presentation/publication of results. Assists with teaching responsibilities of up to two quarters of behavioral science classes each academic year. Serves as the coordinator of the Center’s brownbag series and assists with other Center programs and events as needed. Uses subject matter knowledge and best practices to perform lab and/or research-related duties; works independently on project design. Guides data collection, evaluation and analysis; designs and manages databases; writes reports, articles, and manuscripts. Performs other related work as needed. Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in a related field. Work Experience:
Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 5-7 years of work experience in a related job discipline. Certifications:
--- Preferred Qualifications
Education: Ph.D., earned or expected by August 2026, in economics, psychology, or finance. Experience: Conducting computer, web-based, and interpersonal interaction-based experiments. Preferred Competencies
Familiarity with methods of experimentation. Outstanding verbal, written, and organizational skills with attention to detail. Ability to work independently with little supervision; self-motivated; identifies opportunities for improvement and implements changes to achieve objectives. Excellent strategic planning, critical thinking, analytical, and persuasion skills. Demonstrated ability to work effectively with colleagues, students, faculty, and corporate contacts using multiple communication methods (in-person, email, phone). Professional demeanor, including tact, discretion, and a customer service-oriented approach. Working Conditions
This position is currently expected to work a minimum of three days per week in the office. Application Documents
Resume/CV (required) Cover Letter describing areas of research interests (required) Two Letters of Recommendation (required) Summary detailing personal thoughts on the potential contribution of this position to your disciplinary training and academic career (preferred); indicate one or two faculty members you would like to collaborate with (preferred) When applying, documents MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application. Job Family
Research Role Impact
Individual Contributor Scheduled Weekly Hours 37.5 Drug Test Required No Health Screen Required No Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required No Pay Rate Type Salary FLSA Status Exempt Pay Range $75,000.00 The included pay rate or range represents the University’s good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting. Benefits Eligible
Yes The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook. Posting Statement
The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University’s Notice of Nondiscrimination. Job seekers needing a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via the Applicant Inquiry Form. All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history. A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment. The University considers conviction information on a case-by-case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position. The University of Chicago’s Annual Security & Fire Safety Report provides information about safety support, crime and fire statistics, emergency response and related policies. The Report can be accessed online at:
securityreport.uchicago.edu. Paper copies are available upon request from the University of Chicago Police Department, 850 E. 61st Street, Chicago, IL 60637.
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