Research Behavioral Economist

7 days ago


Roanoke, Virginia, United States State of Virginia Full time
Job Title: Research Behavioral Economist

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly motivated and accomplished Postdoctoral Associate to join our team as a Research Behavioral Economist at the Fralin Biomedical Research Institute in Roanoke, Virginia. This is an exceptional opportunity for a researcher with expertise in behavioral economics and health behavior to contribute to innovative projects examining the effects of tobacco regulatory policies on tobacco/nicotine purchases.

About the Position:

The successful candidate will work closely with Dr. Roberta Freitas-Lemos and her team to design and implement experiments using the Experimental Tobacco Marketplace to investigate choice behavior from a behavioral economics framework. The postdoctoral associate will be responsible for analyzing data, developing pilot research programs in addiction, decision-making, and other human interactions, and contributing to the development of technology applications to improve smoking cessation.

Key Responsibilities:

- Design and conduct experiments using the Experimental Tobacco Marketplace to investigate choice behavior
- Analyze data and develop insights into the effects of tobacco regulatory policies on tobacco/nicotine purchases
- Develop and lead pilot research programs in addiction, decision-making, and other human interactions
- Contribute to the development of technology applications to improve smoking cessation

Requirements:

- PhD in psychology, neuroscience, or related discipline
- Record of research excellence as indicated by peer-reviewed publications and presentations
- Solid background in addiction or health behaviors research and/or behavioral economics

Preferred Qualifications:

- Experience with behavior analysis and/or addiction research
- Clinical trials experience
- Programming experience

Salary Information:

$60,000 - $80,000 per year based on experience and qualifications.

About Virginia Tech:

Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity.
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