C.WAIS is an international research hub that integrates AI and data-driven techniques to measure and improve societal matters and human well-being. C.WAIS also hosts the renowned GNH.today project (www.gnh.today). We invite outstanding early-career researchers to join our team of scholars, who are shaping the future and improving the well-being of all.
Research Focus
- AI-based analysis of subjective well-being & socio-economic outcomes
- Digital inclusion, online behaviour & societal change
We Offer
- One-year (based on performance an extension to three years) fellowship (competitive stipend)
- Access to supervision, data & global collaborations
- Supervision and mentorship from leading international scholars
- Opportunities to publish, teach, and engage in interdisciplinary projects
Requirements
- PhD (within the last 5 years) in Economics, Social sciences, Data Science, or related field and peer-reviewed publication record
- Strong quantitative or AI skills and theoretical knowledge of development studies and/or well-being research
- Research proposal aligned with C.WAIS objectives
Application & Information
Include: CV (with links to publications), ≤ 1,500-word proposal, PhD certificate, transcripts, and reference letter.
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