Research Analyst/Database Administrator, Business Economics & Public Policy Dept, Wharton School

Job description

Job location: Vance Hall - 3rd Floor

Employment Type: Full-time
Posted data: 2021-02-12
Req: JR00029119
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Posted Job Title

Research Analyst/Database Administrator, Business Economics & Public Policy Dept, Wharton School

Job Profile Title

Database Administrator

Job Description Summary

Professor Alex Rees-Jones is seeking to hire a full-time Research Analyst to conduct economic research.

Job Description

We are seeking a talented and motivated individual to contribute to projects at the forefront of behavioral economics. Specific applications will often involve projects on taxation, inequality, and the design of matching markets. The hired candidate will be an integral part of the research process.

Responsibilities will include analyzing public and private data sets, statistical coding, performing numerical simulations, managing data collections/database management, performing literature reviews, drafting research reports, and shepherding the publication process. Start date is August 2, 2021. This is a one year position, with the possibility of extending to two years (contingent upon funding).

Application Deadline

Applications will be considered until February 17, 2021

Qualifications

High performance in a Bachelor’s Degree in Economics and 1 to 2 year of experience with social science research required; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience with statistical analysis in Stata essential, and experience working with Matlab, Python, Java, and Qualtrics are all highly valued. The ideal candidate will be highly motivated and self-directed, adept at learning new technical skills when needed. This position best serves individuals with a goal of pursuing a PhD in economics.

Working Conditions
Office, library, computer room

Physical Effort
Typically sitting at a desk or table

Job Location - City, State

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Department / School

Wharton School

Pay Range

$42,953.00 - $113,435.00

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Special Requirements 
Background check required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.

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