Senior Research Support Associate
- Employer
- MIT MASSACHUSETTS INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
- Location
- Massachusetts, United States
- Closing date
- 10 Apr 2021
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- Academic Discipline
- Economics & Econometrics, Business & Economics
- Job Type
- Research Related, Research Associate
- Contract Type
- Fixed Term
- Hours
- Full Time
Working at MIT offers opportunities, an environment, a culture – and benefits – that just aren’t found together anywhere else. If you’re curious, motivated, want to be part of a unique community, and help shape the future – then take a look at this opportunity.
SENIOR RESEARCH SUPPORT ASSOCIATE, Economics, to work with a group of faculty on both administrative and research-related projects that may include statistical analysis of data. Will assist with research through locating information, proofreading works, and preparing tables for papers in the process of publication. May also assist with the fielding of experiments and surveys. General administrative responsibilities include managing calendars and appointments, preparing and processing travel arrangements, preparing expenses for processing, managing faculty websites with publications and course materials, preparing and transmitting correspondence for recommendations and other related mailings, assisting with class and seminar preparation, and other miscellaneous duties.
Job Requirements
REQUIRED: high school diploma or its equivalent; knowledge of social science research and data collection methods (qualitative and quantitative); strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills; and the ability to meet deadlines and work both independently and as part of a team.
PREFERRED: strong statistical analysis skills (Stata or R), data management experience (spreadsheets and databases), and a bachelor’s degree in economics or a related social science discipline. Job #19291-4
This is a two-year position with the possibility of extension. The start date is flexible.
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