Postdoctoral Fellow at the Institute for the Study of Religion, Economics and Society (IRES) - Fall 2025

Description

The Institute for the Study of Religion, Economics, and Society (IRES) at Chapman University is currently accepting applications for a postdoctoral fellowship in the economics of religion. The fellowship will commence in Fall 2025.

Chapman University is a nationally-ranked, R2 Carnegie Classified, private institution offering traditional undergraduate and graduate programs in the heart of Orange County, one of Southern California’s most diverse and vibrant regions. Chapman’s campuses are home to nearly 10,000 students representing 50 states, three territories, and 87 countries. The 11 schools and colleges of Chapman offer 65 bachelors, 53 master, and six doctoral programs, along with nearly 60 minors and 17 accelerated and bridge programs. Classes are taught by the more than 1,100 dedicated faculty members who are leaders in their fields, including Nobel Prize recipients, MacArthur Fellows, National Medal of Science honorees, former U.S. Supreme Court clerks, and Emmy, Grammy, and Academy Award winners.

The Institute for the Study of Religion, Economics, and Society (IRES) was founded at Chapman University in September 2009 by Dr. Laurence Iannaccone. IRES is unique in its aim to enhance our comprehension of the connections between religion, economy, and society through an interdisciplinary approach. The institute involves economists, sociologists, and other social scientists in the study of religion. This is accomplished through various means, such as scholarly publications, research seminars, training workshops, conferences, courses, online resources, and public lectures.

IRES is now the home of the Association for the Study of Religion, Economics, and Culture (ASREC) and a partner of the Association of Religion Data Archives (ARDA), establishing itself as the center of a rapidly expanding international network of scholars and students.

The University is dedicated to enhancing diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruitment and employment. More information on diversity and inclusion at Chapman University is available at https://www.chapman.edu/diversity.

 

Responsibilities

This is a unique opportunity for highly promising scholars to conduct research at Chapman University's Institute for the Study of Religion, Economics, and Society (IRES). We are seeking scholars who can connect the study of religion to economics, political science, or sociology. Selected candidates will research at least one of these fields while at Chapman. They will also be expected to attend seminars, present at least one talk on their research, and contribute to other IRES activities. 

Qualifications

• A Ph.D. in economics, sociology, political science, or related disciplines conferred between August 1, 2021, and August 1, 2025.
• A submitted research paper.
• Good communication including the ability to present a research talk.

Evaluation of applications will be based on the candidate's prior achievements, the potential of the proposed research project, and the anticipated benefits of conducting the project at IRES.

Application Instructions

Qualified candidates are invited to submit the following:

1. Cover Letter

2. Curriculum Vitae

3. Research Paper

4. Letter of Recommendation

The deadline for receipt of all materials is January 24, 2025. Inquiries can be directed to ires@chapman.edu. Please use "Postdoctoral Fellow (IRES) - Fall 2025", as the email subject line.

Application reviews will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. The salary for is $68,640.  This position is contingent on final budget approval. Successful completion of a background check is required for the final candidate.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Chapman University is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive academic global community. The University is dedicated to enhancing diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruitment and employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. The University is committed to achieving a diverse faculty and staff and encourages members of underrepresented gro