Research Assistant

6 days ago


University Park, United States The Pennsylvania State University Full time
Job Opportunity

The Pennsylvania State University is seeking highly motivated and detail-oriented undergraduate research assistants to join our team at the Evidence-to-Impact Collaborative (EIC). As a research assistant, you will work closely with our team of analysts and economists to contribute to various projects, including data collection, analysis, and translation of findings into programs and policy.

Key Responsibilities
  • Collaborate with the data team to build and update data infrastructure
  • Extract and summarize data from various sources, including surveys and administrative data
  • Work independently and collaboratively on projects and academic research as part of the research team
Requirements
  • Currently enrolled in a B.S. degree program in Statistics, Data Science, Economics, or equivalent
  • Higher-order thinking skills, including critical thinking, observation, recording, analysis, interpretation, evaluation, and complex problem-solving
  • Programming experience in Python, R, Stata, or equivalent
  • Clear communication skills
About the EIC

The EIC is a research center and information hub that aims to improve the data, methods, and processes related to research, the dissemination of evidence, and to understand the impacts of the use of research evidence on societal well-being. We leverage our expertise in administrative data, program evaluation, and researcher-policymaker relationships for social investment optimization.

What We Offer

The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability in all of its forms. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters.

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.


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