Economics Research Specialist
Dartmouth College

Job Info

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Posting date:

10/30/2024

Open Until Filled:

Yes

Position Number:

1129121

Position Title:

Economics Research Specialist

Department this Position Reports to:

Economics

Hiring Range Minimum:

$24.66

Hiring Range Maximum:

$26.44

Union Type:

Not a Union Position

SEIU Level:

Not an SEIU Position

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

Employment Category:

Regular Full Time w/end date

Scheduled Months per Year:

12

Scheduled Hours per Week:

40

Schedule:

M-F 8-5

Location of Position:

Hanover, NH

Remote Work Eligibility?:

Onsite only

Is this a term position?:

Yes

If yes, length of term in months.:

24

Is this a grant funded position?:

No

Position Purpose:

To collaborate with and independently support faculty with all stages of qualitative and quantitative research related to economics and economic policy, including (i) programming to construct and validate data, undertake descriptive and econometric analyses, and estimate economic models; and (ii) communication of qualitative and quantitative research in writing, including internal write-ups as well as assistance drafting and editing papers for publication.

Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp:

Bachelors or equivalent combination of education and experience

Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

• Previous programming experience (in languages such as R, Matlab, Python, or Stata), as gained through past coursework, past independent research, past work experience, or past research experience,
• Demonstrated interest and enthusiasm in applying programming experience to economic research and economic policy work,
• Demonstrated ability to work well independently,
• Attention to detail,
• Excellent problem-solving skills,
• Creativity,
• Excellent writing and oral communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A long-term interest in pursuing research related to economics and economic policy,
• For a subset of projects whose work blends qualitative and quantitative research, the ideal candidate should not only have skills and interest in constructing and analyzing data but also in undertaking qualitative, institutional, and historical work needed to interpret the data in context,
• For a subset of projects whose work is more technically oriented, the ideal candidate should have a strong mathematical background (including multivariate calculus and linear algebra, with knowledge of higher-level math coursework such as graph theory and differential equations),
• An interest in pursuing a PhD in Economics.

Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries:

Jonathan Zinman

Department Contact Phone Number:

603-667-5068

Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title:

Jonathan Zinman

Department Contact's Phone Number:

603-667-5068

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged.

Background Check:

Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job?:

Not an essential function

Special Instructions to Applicants:

This position is a 24-month term position.

Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy. https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy

Additional Instructions:

Required materials:
1. A cover letter that includes:
a. A brief description of your experience as a research assistant and with any independent research (e.g. thesis or other research projects)
b. A brief description of your mathematical background.
c. A description of your familiarity with various statistical and computer packages (e.g. STATA, Matlab, ArcGIS, etc.)
d. The names of two references (and their email and phone contact information) who can assess your skills and research experience.
2. A current CV.
3. A transcript (unofficial is fine).
4. Date you are available to start work.

Quick Link:

https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/76287

Description:

Data Construction and Analysis

• Write data scripts to read in, clean, and analyze datasets including large and sometimes raw or unstructured files
• Undertake analysis, trial-and-error, and cross-validation to ensure consistency and quality in data construction

Percentage Of Time:

50%

Description:

Data Visualization

• Prepare appropriate and understandable representations of data such as graphs, charts, tables, and summary statistics

Percentage Of Time:

20%

Description:

Econometrics and Statistical Inference

• Undertake descriptive and econometric data analyses
• Identify, troubleshoot, and propose potential solutions to problems that arise in the process of data analysis

Percentage Of Time:

15%

Description:

Communication of research

• Conduct literature reviews and background research for grant proposals and academic papers Summarize data analyses in writing for grant proposals and academic papers
• Generate detailed documentation and open-access code that other researchers can use to replicate, update, and extend data construction and analysis
• Assist with drafting and editing papers for publication

Percentage Of Time:

10%

Description:

Coordination

• Assist with management of research team, including mentorship of undergraduate students
• Track and report on project tasks and progress
• Coordinate and provide feedback to undergraduate research assistants

Percentage Of Time:

5%

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Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.

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Performs other duties as assigned.

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