The Darden School of Business at the University of Virginia and the Richard A. Mayo Center for Asset Management invite applications for post-doctoral research associate positions beginning in July, 2024.

The research associate will work closely with the Center's academic directors, primarily supporting research and data analysis pertaining to the Center's various on-going research projects. The successful candidate will advance a number of research projects from conceptualization through publication, formulate research methods, suggest options for improving quality, identify potential problems, recommend and implement solutions, and collaborate in the development of new techniques. We expect that a significant portion of time will be devoted to collaborating with other faculty.

QUALIFICATIONS: Candidates must have a PhD in Finance or related field by the start date. Candidates must show potential for excellence in research on topics related to Investments and Asset Management broadly to include Public Markets, Venture Capital, Private Equity, and Real Estate. Candidates must also demonstrate excellent oral and written communication in daily interactions, and proven ability to clearly articulate specific information in areas of subject matter expertise. Knowledge of Microsoft Office suite and one or more statistical programs is required.

TO APPLY: Apply using the UVA job board and attach a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three individuals who can provide professional reference letters. Please note that multiple documents can be uploaded in the box .

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Review of applications will begin January 2, 2024 and continue until the position is filled. The University will perform background checks on all new hires prior to employment.

This is a one-year appointment; however, appointment may be renewed for an additional two, one-year increments, contingent upon available funding and satisfactory performance.

For further information about the position, please contact Dr. Pedro Matos, Professor, at pmm7g@virginia.edu , or Elena Loutskina, loutskinae@darden.virginia.edu

For questions about the application process, please contact Michele Jarman, Faculty Search Advisor, at emj2us@virginia.edu .

For more information on the benefits available to postdoctoral associates at UVA, visit postdoc.virginia.edu and hr.virginia.edu/benefits .

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