Research Assistant

2 weeks ago


Evanston, Illinois, United States Northwestern University Full time
Research Support Position at Northwestern University

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our research team as a Research Support position at Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management.

The ideal candidate will have strong data management and computer programming skills, with exposure to applied statistical models and prior experience working on research projects. A bachelor's degree is required, and prior coursework in Economics is a plus.

Responsibilities will include working closely with faculty on research projects, collecting and maintaining original research datasets, and creating or replicating results of applied statistical or machine learning models. The successful candidate will also have the opportunity to assist with literature reviews and reviewing drafts of papers.

As a Research Support at Northwestern University, you will be part of a dynamic team that values collaboration, innovation, and excellence. We offer a competitive salary of $50,000 for a twelve-month appointment, as well as a range of benefits, including health care plans, retirement benefits, and tuition discounts.

Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer, and we welcome applications from diverse candidates. If you are passionate about research and eager to contribute to a leading academic institution, we encourage you to apply.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Work closely with faculty on research projects
  • Collect, maintain, and document original research datasets
  • Proactively test data for integrity
  • Create or replicate results of applied statistical or machine learning models
  • Write programs that produce statistical analyses, numeric simulations, or optimization results
  • Produce tables, figures, and/or other research outputs as needed
  • Assist with literature reviews or reviewing drafts of papers

Required Qualifications:

  • Successful completion of a full course of study in an accredited college or university, leading to a bachelor's or higher degree

Required Competencies:

  • A long-term interest in performing research in Economics or a related field
  • Ability to write programs in at least one language - such as Stata, Python, R, or SQL
  • Strong habits documenting and managing versions of datasets and program code
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently to solve analytical problems
  • Good understanding of statistical/econometric concepts


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