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Call for applications - 2017 Institute on Empirical Implications of
Theoretical Models



The 2017 EITM Institute, supported by the National Science Foundation, will
take place at UC Berkeley, Berkeley, CA June 26 - July 14. Applications are
due Jan. 31, 2017 and consist of a 1-2 page statement of research
interests, cv, writing sample, and two letters of recommendation.



The institute involves a mix of discussion sessions and instruction on
broad themes and recent developments in theoretically grounded empirical
analysis, and extensive opportunities for student presentations and
feedback on research.



For this reason the ideal applicants are Ph.D. students who have advanced
to independent research. EITM focuses on bringing strong theoretical
foundations to empirical research of all types---quantitative, qualitative,
experimental, and observational. Women and traditionally underrepresented
minorities are especially encouraged to apply.



Instruction will consist of 3 day modules with the following topics and
faculty:



* Sean Gailmard (UC Berkeley) and Skip Lupia (Michigan): introduction and
philosophy of EITM



* Jon Woon (Pittsburgh) and Elizabeth Carlson (Penn State): behavioral
models and experimental tests in lab and field



* Erin Hartman (UCLA) and Dustin Tingley (Harvard): causal inference and
advanced methods for observational and experimental data



* Lisa Wedeen (U. Chicago): qualitative & mixed methods and EITM



* John Patty (U. Chicago) and Maggie Penn (U. Chicago): model building and
analysis



The capstone of EITM is a 2-day mini conference where students present
their own research to participants and faculty in attendance. This will
include Sean Gailmard and Scott Demarchi (Duke), mentoring faculty in
residence, and other faculty TBA.



The institute provides financial support for student attendees. There are
no fees or tuition. Dormitory lodging, meals and domestic travel expenses
will be provided for participants through a grant from the National Science
Foundation.



We intend to accept about 25 students through a competitive application
process.  Please see the institute’s website for more information and to
apply.  https://eitm2017.wordpress.com/



Applications are due by January 31, 2017.  Questions can be e-mailed to
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