JOE Listings (Job Openings for Economists)

February 1, 2026 - July 31, 2026

Indiana University, Bloomington

Economics
Postdoctoral Fellow, Experimental Economics

JOE ID Number: 2026-01_111477234
Date Posted: 02/02/2026
Position Title/Short Description
Title: Postdoctoral Fellow, Experimental Economics
Section: US: Other Academic (Visiting or Temporary)
Location: Bloomington, Indiana, UNITED STATES
JEL Classification: Y -- Miscellaneous Categories
Keywords:
Experimental Economics
AI
Machine Learning
Behavioral Economics
Salary Range: 90,000.00
Full Text of JOE Listing:

The Department of Economics at Indiana University, Bloomington, invites applications for a one-year postdoctoral fellowship in Behavioral and Experimental Economics, beginning in the fall of 2026. Experience or interest in the use of artificial intelligence, machine learning, or computational tools in behavioral and experimental economics is appreciated. Strong emphasis will be placed on demonstrated research potential and the ability to contribute to a vibrant research environment.

The postdoctoral fellow is expected to pursue an active research agenda and to participate in departmental seminars and other scholarly activities. Teaching responsibilities will be three courses over the academic year.

Candidates must have a Ph.D. in Economics completed by the start date of the appointment, and the Ph.D. completion date may not be earlier than August 2022. H1-B sponsorship is not available for this position.

International candidates may be hired if they are eligible for Optional Practical Training (OPT) for the 2026/2027 Academic Year.

To receive full consideration, applications must be submitted online at
https://indiana.peopleadmin.com/postings/31961 by February 20, 2026. Application materials should include a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, evidence of teaching effectiveness (such as teaching evaluations or a teaching statement), and the names and contact information of three references. Upon submission, an electronic request for reference letters will be automatically sent to the provided references.

Questions regarding the position or application process may be directed to Erin Kirchhofer, Department of Economics, Wylie Hall 105, 100 S. Woodlawn Ave, Bloomington, IN 47405; (812) 855-0353; econadmn@indiana.edu.

Indiana University is an equal opportunity employer and provider of ADA services and prohibits discrimination in hiring. See Indiana University Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information.

Application Requirements:
  • External Application URL and Instructions Below
  • Letters of Reference Instructions Below
Application deadline: 02/28/2026
Reference Instructions:
Upon submission, an electronic request for reference letters will be automatically sent to the provided references.
Application Instructions:
To receive full consideration, applications must be submitted online by February 20, 2026.