We are seeking a highly motivated and collaborative researcher with a PhD in Psychology, Cognitive Science, Neuroscience, or Philosophy to join the lab of Walter Sinnott-Armstrong at Duke University. The ideal candidate should have strong interests in moral psychology as well as strong background and skills in empirical research methods. In addition to conducting their own research, the post-doctoral fellow is expected to collaborate with philosophers, psychologists, and evolutionary anthropologists in studies of moral judgments and implicit moral attitudes about refugees and other outsiders and how they affect social comity, among other related topics. Salary and benefits will be competitive. Initial appointment of 1 year with potential for renewal. Starting date July 1, 2024 or later, if preferred.
All candidates should submit (1) a letter of application describing the applicant’s background and interests in moral psychology, (2) CV, (3) a recent writing sample, and (4) names of three referees who can be asked for letters of recommendation. All application materials should be submitted to Walter Sinnott-Armstrong (ws66@duke.edu). Applications received by February 14, 2024, will be assured full consideration.
We encourage applications from women and disadvantaged or underrepresented minorities as well as international applications. Duke University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status. Duke also makes good faith efforts to recruit, hire, and promote qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans.
Duke University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.
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(posted 2024/01/30)