The Management and Organizations (MORS) Department of the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University invites applications for a Postdoctoral Fellow position within the Dispute Resolution Research Center (DRRC). The primary criterion for acceptance is research excellence relevant to conflict or cooperation, broadly defined. The position is slated to start in September of 2026 and last for approximately three years. Salary is competitive, and the position will have access to research funding, including for independent projects.

Applicants must have completed a PhD in a social science discipline (e.g., organizational behavior, sociology, psychology, economics) or in a related discipline that can inform the social sciences prior to the beginning of the fellowship. The Fellow will conduct original research with one or more faculty members in the MORS department, and applicants are encouraged to identify one or more faculty members with whom they would be interested in collaborating. The Fellow is expected to become actively involved in the MORS and DRRC intellectual communities by regularly participating in colloquia, workshops, and research seminars. The Fellow is also welcome to audit PhD courses.

For more information about faculty interests and the job posting, please visit the MORS department and the DRRC websites. Further inquiries about the position can be directed to DRRCpostdoc@kellogg.northwestern.edu.

For full consideration, please submit application materials by Saturday, November 1, 2025.You will need to submit: (1) a cover letter identifying at least one faculty member with whom you would be interested in collaborating; (2) a current CV; (3) a research statement that makes clear how your work is relevant to conflict or cooperation, and (4) up to two publications or manuscripts. You will also be asked to provide the name and contact information for 2–3 people who will submit recommendation letters on your behalf.

Please apply at: https://facultyrecruiting.northwestern.edu/apply/MjQxOQ

Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer of all protected classes, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the United States.

About Kellogg School of Management, Northwestern University

The Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University is a globally recognized academic institution known for its rigorous research, interdisciplinary collaboration, and commitment to excellence in teaching and scholarship. Located in Evanston, Illinois, Kellogg offers a vibrant intellectual community that spans disciplines such as economics, strategy, marketing, operations, and data science. Faculty and scholars benefit from access to world-class research centers—including the Ford Center for Global Citizenship, the Center for Market-Based Solutions to Poverty, the Heizer Center for Private Equity and Venture Capital, and the Dispute Resolution Research Center (DRRC)—as well as strong ties to other top departments across Northwestern. Kellogg fosters a collegial environment that values innovation, impact, and academic engagement, making it an exceptional place for scholarly careers to thrive.

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