The Initiative for Financial Decision-Making (IFDM) at the Stanford Graduate School of Business invites applications for postdoctoral fellowships under the supervision of Professor Annamaria Lusardi, the Initiative’s faculty director.

The in-person fellowship begins as soon as possible and no later than July 1, 2026; runs for one year; and may be renewed, assuming performance at or above expectations; a two-year term is strongly preferred.

ELIGIBILITY:

Doctoral degree conferred before appointment start date.

A PhD in Economics, Finance, or a related discipline is required. The successful candidate will have demonstrated excellence in teaching at a college or graduate-level setting.

For full consideration, please submit application materials as soon as possible and no later than December 15, 2025. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. International applicants may be sponsored for J1 visas. Fellows eligible for OPT are encouraged to use it during the fellowship.

A cover letter describing teaching experience and qualifications for the position

A current CV

Teaching evaluations, if available

Three letters of recommendation addressing qualifications and experience in teaching.

Stanford is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Further inquiries about the position can be directed to the IFDM: stanfordifdm@stanford.edu

BENEFIT:

Pay Range: $90,000 – $105,000