[California Institute of Technology](https://www.caltech.edu)

December 10, 2025

Not specified; postdoctoral fellowship with standard Caltech appointment terms

Supports interdisciplinary postdoctoral research at the intersection of economics, computation, markets, and networks at Caltech CSIS, with optional teaching opportunities.

--- ## Description The Linde Postdoctoral Fellowship in Economics and Computation at the Caltech Center for Social Information Sciences (CSIS) is designed to foster innovative research at the intersection of computer science, economics, engineering, and mathematics. Fellows join a vibrant, interdisciplinary environment focused on advancing the foundational sciences of complex markets and social or communication networks. In addition to research, fellows may elect to teach a course with departmental approval as part of their professional development. --- ## Due Dates - December 10, 2025: Deadline for the receipt of applicant materials (full application due) - Applications will be reviewed starting November 15, 2025 --- ## Funding Amount - The fellowship is a postdoctoral appointment at Caltech; specific stipend or salary details are not published in the call. - Appointments are term-based with potential for renewal, following standard Caltech postdoctoral policies. --- ## Eligibility - Candidates must have completed a PhD (appointment is contingent upon PhD completion). - Open to researchers with backgrounds in computer science, economics, engineering, mathematics, or related fields. - Applicants should demonstrate potential for interdisciplinary research at the intersection of these areas. - Caltech is an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants are encouraged to apply regardless of background. --- ## Application Process 1. [Create an account](https://applications.caltech.edu/users/sign_up) on the Caltech application portal. 2. Complete the online application form. 3. Upload required documents: - Curriculum vitae (CV) - Research Statement (must include a section on contributions to diversity, equity, and inclusion) - Three reference letters (applicant must send reference link to referees to upload letters) 4. Optional documents: - Cover letter - Teaching Statement 5. Submit all materials by December 10, 2025. Reference letters should follow soon after. 6. For questions, contact [csispd-search@caltech.edu](mailto:csispd-search@caltech.edu). --- ## Additional Information - Postdoctoral positions are term appointments with specific renewal requirements. - Fellows may choose to teach a course with approval from the relevant department. - The Research Statement must address past and/or potential contributions to diversity, equity, and inclusion. --- ## External Links - [CSIS Linde Postdoctoral Fellowship Application Page](https://applications.caltech.edu/jobs/csispd) - [California Institute of Technology Main Website](https://www.caltech.edu) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Details | |------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------| | General Inquiries | [csispd-search@caltech.edu](mailto:csispd-search@caltech.edu) | | Caltech Main Phone | (626) 395-6811 | | Caltech Contact Page | [https://www.caltech.edu/contact](https://www.caltech.edu/contact) |

Linde Postdoctoral Fellowship in Economics and Computation

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