Economics Research Specialist
Dartmouth College
Hanover, NH
Full-time
Research
Posted on April 16, 2024
Position Details
Position Information
Posting date
02/14/2024
Closing date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Position Number
1128762
Position Title
Economics Research Specialist
Department this Position Reports to
Economics
Hiring Range Minimum
$24.66
Hiring Range Maximum
$30.82
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 8:00-4:00
Location of Position
Hanover, NH
Remote Work Eligibility?
Remote eligible
Is this a term position?
Yes
If yes, length of term in months.
12
Is this a grant funded position?
No
Position Purpose
Post-Baccalaureate position under new pilot program to support ongoing research in Economics Department.
Description
Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp
Bachelors plus 1-2 year(s) of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
Experience working with Stata, SQL, Python, and Microsoft Office including Excel.
Preferred Qualifications
Significant experience coding with statistical software packages.
Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries
Bruce Sacerdote
Department Contact Phone Number
6036462121
Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title
Bruce Sacerdote
Department Contact's Phone Number
Bruce Sacerdote
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 12-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
Quick Link
https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/72520
Key Accountabilities
Description
Data preparation
· Write statistical package code to read in and clean (sometimes raw or unstructured) datasets.
· Assemble, organize, and clean datasets in preparation for analysis.
· Implement file management practices to ensure version control and replicability.
· Undertake analyses to ensure consistency and quality during data construction.
Percentage Of Time
30
Description
Econometric analysis
· Perform various regression and statistical analysis using statistical software packages.
· Identify, develop, implement, troubleshoot, correct and recommend solutions to problems associated with experimental design, methods, procedures, and techniques to meet the unique requirements of assigned research problems.
· Build computational programs and algorithms corresponding to economic models.
Percentage Of Time
30
Description
Background research and literature reviews
· Review existing literature related to current research projects.
· Perform background research on potential data sources, policy changes, econometric methods, or other relevant context for early-stage research projects.
· Assist with preparation of grant proposals.
Percentage Of Time
15
Description
Creating publication outputs
· Prepare appropriate representations of data and empirical results such as graphs and tables.
· Assist with preparation of manuscripts for submission.
· Assist with preparation of replication packages for research projects.
Percentage Of Time
15
Description
Coordination
· Assist with management of research team, including mentorship and coordination with undergraduate research assistants.
· Maintain a calendar of key research goals and deadlines; track and report on project progress.
Percentage Of Time
5
Description
Pedagogy Assistance
· Hold office hours to assist econometrics students with data analysis project.
· Assist with preparation of data analysis related course materials.
Percentage Of Time
5
-
--
Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.
--
Performs other duties as assigned.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
Position Information
Posting date
02/14/2024
Closing date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Position Number
1128762
Position Title
Economics Research Specialist
Department this Position Reports to
Economics
Hiring Range Minimum
$24.66
Hiring Range Maximum
$30.82
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 8:00-4:00
Location of Position
Hanover, NH
Remote Work Eligibility?
Remote eligible
Is this a term position?
Yes
If yes, length of term in months.
12
Is this a grant funded position?
No
Position Purpose
Post-Baccalaureate position under new pilot program to support ongoing research in Economics Department.
Description
Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp
Bachelors plus 1-2 year(s) of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
Experience working with Stata, SQL, Python, and Microsoft Office including Excel.
Preferred Qualifications
Significant experience coding with statistical software packages.
Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries
Bruce Sacerdote
Department Contact Phone Number
6036462121
Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title
Bruce Sacerdote
Department Contact's Phone Number
Bruce Sacerdote
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 12-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
Quick Link
https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/72520
Key Accountabilities
Description
Data preparation
· Write statistical package code to read in and clean (sometimes raw or unstructured) datasets.
· Assemble, organize, and clean datasets in preparation for analysis.
· Implement file management practices to ensure version control and replicability.
· Undertake analyses to ensure consistency and quality during data construction.
Percentage Of Time
30
Description
Econometric analysis
· Perform various regression and statistical analysis using statistical software packages.
· Identify, develop, implement, troubleshoot, correct and recommend solutions to problems associated with experimental design, methods, procedures, and techniques to meet the unique requirements of assigned research problems.
· Build computational programs and algorithms corresponding to economic models.
Percentage Of Time
30
Description
Background research and literature reviews
· Review existing literature related to current research projects.
· Perform background research on potential data sources, policy changes, econometric methods, or other relevant context for early-stage research projects.
· Assist with preparation of grant proposals.
Percentage Of Time
15
Description
Creating publication outputs
· Prepare appropriate representations of data and empirical results such as graphs and tables.
· Assist with preparation of manuscripts for submission.
· Assist with preparation of replication packages for research projects.
Percentage Of Time
15
Description
Coordination
· Assist with management of research team, including mentorship and coordination with undergraduate research assistants.
· Maintain a calendar of key research goals and deadlines; track and report on project progress.
Percentage Of Time
5
Description
Pedagogy Assistance
· Hold office hours to assist econometrics students with data analysis project.
· Assist with preparation of data analysis related course materials.
Percentage Of Time
5
-
--
Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.
--
Performs other duties as assigned.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * How did you learn about this employment opportunity?
- Current Dartmouth employee (Please specify full name below)
- Word of mouth
- Mentioned on social, digital, or print media (e.g. LinkedIn feed, VOX, Valley News, listserv)
- jobs@dartmouth.edu email outreach
- Recruiter (Please specify full name or event below)
- abilityJOBS
- Chronicle of Higher Education
- Glassdoor
- Handshake
- HigherEdJobs
- Indeed
- Inside Higher Ed
- LinkedIn's Job Board
- RecruitMilitary
- Dartmouth's Job Board (searchjobs.dartmouth.edu)
- Other (Please specify below)
- If you would like to add more information to your answer, please specify here:
(Open Ended Question)
Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- Resume
