Overview. The University at Albany seeks a Postdoctoral Associate to join a multi-institution team studying the economic effects of research doctorates using linked employer–employee, firm, patent/bibliometric, and R&D data. Supported by an Alfred P. Sloan Foundation grant to the University at Albany. Work is primarily in a Federal Statistical Research Data Center (FSRDC). This role advances cutting-edge academic research: constructing and linking restricted-use data; documenting reproducible code and data products; and co-developing methods and empirical design with the team. The postdoc will coauthor journal articles, prepare technical/summary reports, present findings, and collaborate on grant proposals. Mentoring and professional development are integral.
Responsibilities:
- Build, link, clean, and analyze large restricted-use datasets in the FSRDC; document and archive code and data products.
- Collaborate with the PI team on methods and empirical design; coauthor papers; present at seminars/conferences.
- Coordinate with collaborators across institutions; support progress/technical reporting; assist with IRB materials as needed; contribute to grant proposals.
Required Qualifications:
- Ph.D. in Economics or related field (by start date).
- Strong applied micro/econometric skills; experience conducting social-science research.
- Either (i) active U.S. Census Bureau Special Sworn Status (SSS) or (ii) eligibility and willingness to obtain SSS for Title 13/26 FSRDC work.
Desired Qualifications:
- Field fit in labor economics, industrial organization, education economics, urban/regional economics, and/or economics of science & innovation.
- Experience with restricted-use/administrative linkages and large datasets; prior FSRDC/Title 13/26 work.
Appointment and Location:
- Appointment and term: Initial 12-month Research Foundation appointment. Funding is expected for at least two years; any reappointment is annual and contingent on satisfactory performance, continued funding, and project needs.
- Location: On-site work in an FSRDC; the specific location will be set in consultation with the selected candidate.
How to Apply and Inquiries:
Applications open November 1, 2025; review continues until the position is filled. Apply via AEA JOE. Inquiries: Gerald Marschke ([email protected]).