He did seek a position at the University of California at Berkeley, however, and was interviewed by Neyman for the post. Neyman strongly support his appointment but others had far too strong prejudices to allow Blackwell to be appointed.
Siya ay humingi ng isang posisyon sa University of California sa Berkeley, gayunman, ay kinakapanayam at sa pamamagitan ng Neyman para sa mga post. Neyman Matindi ang suporta sa kanyang appointment ngunit ang iba ay malayo masyadong strong prejudices upang payagan ang Blackwell na hinirang.