AI-Econ Research Center (www.aiecon.org) is an interdisciplinary research and professional service unit at National Chengchi University, Taiwan. Our aim is to support research and provide policy and strategy analytical services based on agent-based simulation and human experiments to the society. We are looking for a highly enthusiastic and fully devoted expert in experiments to operate and expand the functions of our experimental economics laboratory (EEL, http://eel.nccu.edu.tw/ ). This full-time position is renewable annually based on performance and with a 6-month probation period. The position will remain open until filled.
Job Title:
Associate Director of EEL
Job Responsibilities:
The incumbent will work collaboratively with the Director and the Administrative Manager to carry out the mission of EEL and AI-Econ Research Center. The incumbent will seek and secure grant and other funding necessary for the operation of EEL, distribute research findings through referenced publication, and promote the service of EEL through workshops, internet, and various activities. The incumbent will solicit and assist EEL clients through the provision of experimental design, execution, and analysis. The Associate Director will manage the facilities of EEL and recruit and guide researchers and graduate students to assist in the projects of EEL. The incumbent will respond to and fulfill all reporting requirements of the fund and grant providers and the government. The incumbent will work at flexible hours to attend and organize regular forums on Saturday afternoons and planned meetings/conferences/workshops during weekday evenings and weekends.
Qualifications:
Candidate should hold a Ph.D. degree with excellent training in experiments in economics, public policy, management, or closely related fields. Degree must be completed before employment begins. Candidate must demonstrate a collaborative personality and excellent oral and written communication skills. Candidate should have excellent programming skill to carry out the experiments in EEL. Z-Tree is a must. Candidates should have sufficient knowledge in computer operating system and computer hardware to work in the digital environment independently. Candidate should also have basic website building knowledge to update the website of EEL. Candidate is expected to be proficient in LaTex before the start of the employment. Knowledge in neuroeconomics, neuroscience, and/or agent-based simulation is a plus.
Compensation:
Salary and bonus are determined based on experience, expertise, and performance. The first-year base salary is between TWD57,600 and TWD100,000. Benefits, insurance, and the universal healthcare are provided according to Taiwan’s labor and insurance laws (http://laws.cla.gov.tw/eng/flaw/flawdat0201.asp?lsid=FL014930 & http://www.nhi.gov.tw/English/webdata/webdata.aspx?menu=11&menu_id=590&webdata_id=3189&WD_ID=590 ) .
To Apply:
Applicants should send curriculum vitae, letter of interest, and contact information for three professional references to Connie Wang (wang.connie.h@gmail.com). Applicants are free to attach additional information to demonstrate their qualifications.