senior computational sociologist

Postdoctoral Research Position in Social Science

We are seeking a highly qualified postdoctoral researcher to join our team at the Division of Social Science. As part of this role, you will be responsible for conducting independent research and collaborating with senior faculty members on large-scale analyses of digital traces.

The successful candidate will have expertise in working with large datasets, building and running machine learning workflows, experimental design, and network modeling. They will also have a strong interest in applying these tools to questions of group formation, intergroup relations, and the distribution of resources on online platforms.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct independent research under the supervision of senior faculty members


• Collaborate with colleagues on interdisciplinary projects related to social science


• Analyze complex data sets using machine learning techniques