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R0 Urban Economics
C0 Mathematical & Quantitative Methods

The Furman Center for Real Estate and Urban Policy at New York University invites applications for a post- doctoral research position. The Furman Center, a joint project of NYU's School of Law and its Wagner Graduate School of Public Service, is the leading academic research center in New York City devoted to the public policy aspects of land use, real estate development and housing. Research Fellows' time are shared equally between independent research on topics of their choice and Furman Center projects, conducted jointly with faculty members, graduate students and staff. Recent projects have addressed such topics as mortgage foreclosure, inclusionary zoning, the value of community gardens, and the effect of business improvement districts on property values. Qualifications include a Ph.D. in Economics, Statistics, or other quantitative social science discipline; experience working with large data sets; strong econometrics skills; strong oral and written communications skills; the ability to work as part of a team and to meet deadlines. Interest in housing, real estate or local public finance and knowledge of GIS are pluses, but not absolutely necessary. The salary will be competitive. Applicants should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and the names of 3 references. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Fellowships generally last one or two years and may begin as early as Spring 2008. New York University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. CONTACT: Application materials and questions should be sent to furmancenter@nyu.edu.
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