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Application for Postdoctoral Research Associate or More Senior Researcher REVISED
The postdoctoral track of the CITP fellows program is for people who have recently received or are about to receive a Ph.D. or doctorate degree and work on understanding and improving the relationship between technology and society. The priority areas of our center include (1) AI, Data Science and Society, (2) Privacy and Security, and (3) Platforms and Digital Infrastructure. CITP tightly integrates basic research, applied research, and societal engagement, enabling distinctive impact, both academic and societal. In this context, we welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds such as computer science, electrical and computer engineering, sociology, public policy, information science, communication, economics, political science, psychology, philosophy, and related technology disciplines. Selected candidates will be appointed at the postdoctoral research associate or more senior research rank. The term of appointment is based on rank. Positions at the postdoctoral rank are for one year with the possibility of renewal pending satisfactory performance and continued funding; those hired at more senior ranks may have multi-year appointments. The anticipated start date is September 1, 2026, and can be renewed for a second-year contingent on performance and continued funding. Fellows in the postdoctoral track are not required or expected to teach, but if they wish, they may have the option of teaching. Teaching opportunities are subject to sufficient course enrollment and the approval of the Dean of the Faculty. Postdoctoral track requirements: Both CITP and Princeton University place high value on in-person collaborations and interactions. This position is in-person at CITP on the Princeton University campus. All appointments are subject to the University background check policy. *Ph.D. or doctorate degree is expected. The appointment will not be finalized, and an exact start date will not be set, until the candidate has defended their thesis or has proof of a doctorate degree. Official proof of Ph.D. should be provided by July 31, 2026. Applicants must apply online at https://www.princeton.edu/acad-positions/position/40401. Please submit a current curriculum vitae, research statement, and a cover letter. Candidates are encouraged to apply by the start-of-review date, Monday December 1, 2025, for full consideration. We will accept applications after that date but will only consider them if the position has not yet been filled. Contact information for three references is required. To learn more about CITPs fellows program please visit our website (https://citp.princeton.edu/programs/fellows/). CITP is committed to building a culturally diverse and inclusive community. To maximize excellence, we seek talent from all segments of American society and the world, and we take steps to ensure everyone at Princeton can thrive while they are here. If you have any questions about this position or the application process, please feel free to contact us at citp@princeton.edu. All offers and appointments are subject to review and approval by the Dean of the Faculty. These positions are subject to the Universitys background check policy. The work location for this position is in-person on campus at Princeton University.
Expected Salary Range: $80,000 - $85,000
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