Posting date
08/27/2026
Open Until Filled
Yes
Position Number
1129696
Hiring Range Minimum
$22.35
Hiring Range Maximum
$27.94
Union Type
Not a Union Position
SEIU Level
Not an SEIU Position
FLSA Status
Non-Exempt
Employment Category
Regular Full Time w/end date
Scheduled Months per Year
12
Scheduled Hours per Week
40
Location of Position
Hanover, NH
Remote Work Eligibility?
Onsite only
Is this a term position?
Yes
If yes, length of term in months.
12
Is this a grant funded position?
Yes
Position Purpose
To manage the research operations of the Polarization Research Lab.
Description
The Polarization Research Lab (PRL) led by Associate Professor of Government Sean Westwood is seeking a Research Director. PRL is a cross-university social science research lab founded in 2022. Our work examines democratic attitudes, political trust, elite rhetoric, and governance. We combine rigorous survey research, experimental methods, and public engagement to produce findings that inform scholars, policymakers, journalists, and the public.
We are seeking a Research Director to manage the lab's research pipeline from developing new research projects and survey instruments through data analysis and writing. This person will also help manage and mentor our postdoctoral and predoctoral researchers, ensuring the team runs smoothly and produces rigorous, timely work. We're looking for a strong quantitative researcher, a clear writer, and a good collaborator.
The Research Director will have the chance to co-author (and lead) papers and work on scientific projects with researchers from institutions around the world. While the majority of the time will be dedicated to collaborative lab projects, there will be opportunity (and space on the lab's survey instrument) to develop related independent research.
Dartmouth is committed to academic excellence and encourages the open exchange of ideas within a culture of mutual respect. People with different backgrounds, life experiences, and perspectives make the Dartmouth community diverse, which enhances academic excellence.
Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp
PhD plus 1-2 year(s) of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
08/27/2026
Open Until Filled
Yes
Position Number
1129696
Hiring Range Minimum
$22.35
Hiring Range Maximum
$27.94
Union Type
Not a Union Position
SEIU Level
Not an SEIU Position
FLSA Status
Non-Exempt
Employment Category
Regular Full Time w/end date
Scheduled Months per Year
12
Scheduled Hours per Week
40
Location of Position
Hanover, NH
Remote Work Eligibility?
Onsite only
Is this a term position?
Yes
If yes, length of term in months.
12
Is this a grant funded position?
Yes
Position Purpose
To manage the research operations of the Polarization Research Lab.
Description
The Polarization Research Lab (PRL) led by Associate Professor of Government Sean Westwood is seeking a Research Director. PRL is a cross-university social science research lab founded in 2022. Our work examines democratic attitudes, political trust, elite rhetoric, and governance. We combine rigorous survey research, experimental methods, and public engagement to produce findings that inform scholars, policymakers, journalists, and the public.
We are seeking a Research Director to manage the lab's research pipeline from developing new research projects and survey instruments through data analysis and writing. This person will also help manage and mentor our postdoctoral and predoctoral researchers, ensuring the team runs smoothly and produces rigorous, timely work. We're looking for a strong quantitative researcher, a clear writer, and a good collaborator.
The Research Director will have the chance to co-author (and lead) papers and work on scientific projects with researchers from institutions around the world. While the majority of the time will be dedicated to collaborative lab projects, there will be opportunity (and space on the lab's survey instrument) to develop related independent research.
Dartmouth is committed to academic excellence and encourages the open exchange of ideas within a culture of mutual respect. People with different backgrounds, life experiences, and perspectives make the Dartmouth community diverse, which enhances academic excellence.
Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp
PhD plus 1-2 year(s) of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
- Ph. D. in Political Science, Economics, Statistics, or Computer Science.
- Advanced statistical and AI skills; substantial experience with writing code.
- Strong writing experience, with a preference for a track record of peer-reviewed journal articles.