A Study of Smart Contrarianism: Book Project Assistant Position

Join an exciting book project exploring the science of when to follow conventional wisdom—and when to challenge it. Professor Kovács of Yale School of Management is developing a research-based guide on strategic contrarianism, combining rigorous social science with practical decision-making frameworks.

Responsibilities may include:

• Conduct comprehensive literature reviews across economics and social science
• Research and develop compelling case studies and real-world examples
• Fact-check existing narratives and illustrations
• Perform investigative research through online databases and Yale's library resources
• Potentially conduct interviews with relevant subjects
• Work closely with Professor Kovács to align stories with theoretical frameworks