Temporary Research Assistant

University of Chicago

Chicago, IL, US
Base: $15.30 - $19.80 ph; bonus/equity: not specif...
Experience with r or stata
Data cleaning and manipulation skills
Ability to work discreetly with confidential data
The University of Chicago Inclusive Economy Lab partners with policymakers to generate rigorous evidence for greater economic opportunity

Job Summary

  • The University of Chicago Inclusive Economy Lab partners with policymakers to generate rigorous evidence for greater economic opportunity.
  • The Temporary Research Assistant will assist with quantitative data analysis tasks including cleaning, merging, and creating visualizations.
  • This position offers an opportunity to improve research skills while contributing to rigorous studies on communities harmed by disinvestment.

Matching Summary

The University of Chicago Inclusive Economy Lab partners with policymakers to generate rigorous evidence for greater economic opportunity.

Salary

Base: $15.30 - $19.80 per hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not eligible for benefits

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Experience with R or Stata
  • Data cleaning and manipulation skills
  • Ability to work discreetly with confidential data

Nice-to-have

  • Passion for evidence-based policy
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Interest in economic stability

Key Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED required
  • Progress towards degree in economics, public policy, or statistics preferred
  • Knowledge of research theory and methods required

Work Rights

Not specified

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