Junior Research Scientist in the Center Of Behavioral Institutional Design (C-BID) Dr. Nikos Nikiforakis

The Center for Behavioral Institutional Design (C-BID) at NYU Abu Dhabi is seeking a full-time Junior Research Scientist to support its research activities including a new behavioral science partnership with the International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW).

The successful candidate will contribute to survey design and programming participant recruitment fieldwork in the UAE research ethics applications data management and analysis and the preparation of reports and presentations. We are looking for a team player as this role will also include an ad hoc administrative duties team assistance for C-BID projects including events media and outreach activities as needed.

Applicants should hold a Bachelors or Masters degree with less than 5 years of experience in a social science or related field have experience with experimental behavioral or survey research and possess strong quantitative and programming skills using tools such as Qualtrics Python R Stata oTree or Java. Fluency in English is required; Arabic or other regional language skills are an advantage.

The position is initially offered for one year with the possibility of renewal subject to performance and funding.

For any questions please reach out to Dr. Nikos Nikiforakis:

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