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University of Illinois Urbana Champaign

Postdoctoral Research Associate in Applied Economics (Health, Environment, Education)

JOE ID Number: 2026-02_111478500
Date Posted: 11/11/2026
Position Title/Short Description
Title: Postdoctoral Research Associate in Applied Economics (Health, Environment, Education)
Section: US: Other Academic (Visiting or Temporary)
Location: Champaign, Illinois, UNITED STATES
JEL Classifications:
I1 -- Health
I2 -- Education and Research Institutions
Q5 -- Environmental Economics
H -- Public Economics
Keywords:
Health Economics, Education, Environmental Economics and Public Economics
Salary Range: $75,000–$90,000
Full Text of JOE Listing:

Seeking a full-time postdoctoral research associate to work on applied economics research in health, environment, and education with Dr. David Molitor (Gies College of Business) as part of the Health Care Research Initiative. The position starts August 16, 2027.

This position is eligible for sponsorship for work authorization, except for sponsorship of a new H1B petition that would incur the $100,000 fee.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Accommodations may also be requested on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions, or religion. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal, or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing accessibility@illinois.edu.

Application Requirements:
  • External Application URL and Instructions Below
Application deadline: 01/31/2027
Application Instructions:
Candidates should submit a cover letter describing their interests and skills as they relate to the position description, a CV, up to three research papers (including Job Market Paper, if possible), and the names and contact information of three references. To apply, visit https://jobs.illinois.edu and search for Job ID 1039014, or go directly to https://illinois.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/18343?c=illinois. For full consideration, applications are due at 6:00 p.m. (CST) on January 4, 2027. Reviews will continue until the position is filled. Questions can be addressed to Dr. David Molitor at dmolitor@illinois.edu.