Postdoctoral Fellowship

Description

The Sociology department at the University of Notre Dame invites highly motivated applicants for a Postdoctoral Fellowship to work on the research project “Novel Empirical Approaches to Examine Spatial-Social Integration and Suicide” led by Dr. Daniel Tadmon and Dr. Molly Copeland. This high-impact, funded project will combine spatial, health, and demographic datasets to study geographic and social determinants of mental health across the U.S.. We seek an enthusiastic, independent researcher with strong quantitative and data management skills, particularly with expertise in analyzing large-scale spatial datasets using R, Python, or Stata and a background in Sociology, Geography, Computer Science, Statistics, Epidemiology, or a related field. Candidates will contribute to the data analysis and co-authorship of research articles stemming from the project in sociology and in public health outlets. The Fellow will have the opportunity to develop their own research questions within the project's framework, contribute to theoretical development, and present at national conferences. Queries should be sent to Daniel Tadmon at daniel.tadmon@nd.edu.

Terms:
Duration: 12 months with the possibility of an extension pending on the availability of funding. The position is scheduled to begin in Fall 2025 or Spring 2026.
Location: Position based at the University of Notre Dame with potential for hybrid arrangements for qualified U.S.-based candidates.
Salary range: $65,000. The position includes a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and access to university resources.

Qualifications

Applicants must have a PhD in Sociology, Geography, Computer Science, Statistics, Epidemiology, or a related field. Applicants should submit a 1) 2-page cover letter; 2) CV; 3) research statement (2-3 pages, describing their dissertation project, works in progress, professional goals and plans, with an emphasis on geospatial analysis); 4) one writing sample; and 5) three letters of reference.

Application Instructions

Applications should be submitted online. Review of applications will begin on July 17, 2025. Open until filled. Queries should be sent to Daniel Tadmon at daniel.tadmon@nd.edu.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The University of Notre Dame seeks to attract, develop, and retain the highest quality faculty, staff and administration.  The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and is committed to building a culturally diverse workplace.  We strongly encourage applications from female and minority candidates and those candidates attracted to a university with a Catholic identity.  Moreover, Notre Dame prohibits discrimination against veterans or disabled qualified individuals, and requires affirmative action by covered contractors to employ and advance veterans and qualified individuals with disabilities in compliance with 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-300.5(a).

Background Check 

This appointment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.  Applicants will be asked to identify all felony convictions and/or pending felony charges.  Felony convictions do not automatically bar an individual from employment.  Each case will be examined separately to determine the appropriateness of employment in the particular position.  Failure to be forthcoming or dishonesty with respect to felony disclosures can result in the disqualification of a candidate.  The full procedure can be viewed at https://facultyhandbook.nd.edu/?id=link-73597.