Research Specialist

University of Chicago

  • Chicago, IL
  • $59,000-62,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 months ago
Department SSD: Economics - Staff and Temporary EmployeesAbout the Department For over a century, the Kenneth C. Griffin Department of Economics has been recognized as one of the world's leading centers for economic research and education. The Department's faculty have received numerous awards, including more Nobel Prize laureates and John Bates Clark medalists in economics than any other university. Among our faculty are many members of the National Academy of Sciences, the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, and the Econometric Society.Job Summary Reporting to Professor Ufuk Akcigit, the Research Specialist (RS) will support research on a variety of topics related to the economics of innovation and entrepreneurship, and economic growth. The Research Specialist will also be a part of the vibrant research environment of the Kenneth C. Griffin Department of Economics at the University of Chicago.Responsibilities
  • Deploys NLP models for textual analysis from multiple databases.
  • Calculates firm productivities using a variety of datasets.
  • Presents research findings at staff meetings, seminars and conferences.
  • Maintains technical and administrative support for a research project.
  • Analyzes and maintains data and/or specimens. Conducts literature reviews. Assists with preparation of reports, manuscripts, and other documents.
  • Performs other related work as needed.
Minimum QualificationsEducation: Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.Work Experience: Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through
2 years of work experience in a related job discipline.Certifications:---Preferred QualificationsEducation:
  • Bachelor’s degree or higher in Economics, Statistics, Computer Science or a related field.
Experience:
  • Research experience, such as writing a senior thesis or at least two years of employment as a research assistant.
  • Fluency with Stata.
  • Fluency with Python.
  • Familiarity with or ability to learn Matlab.
Preferred Competencies
  • Knowledge in relevant scientific field.
  • Problem solving skills.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Strong organizational skills.
  • Ability to learn new research techniques or methods.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Oral and written communication skills.
  • Computational and analytical skills.
Application Documents
  • Cover letter (preferred)
  • CV/resume (required)
  • References(required)
When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.Job Family ResearchRole Impact Individual ContributorScheduled Weekly Hours 37.5Drug Test Required NoHealth Screen Required NoMotor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required NoPay Rate Type Salary​
FLSA Status Exempt​
Pay Range $59,000.00 - $62,000.00The included pay rate or range represents the University’s good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.Benefits Eligible YesThe University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in thePosting StatementThe University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see theJob seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request viaAll offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history. A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment. Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case-by-case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position.The University of Chicago's Annual Security & Fire Safety Report (Report) provides information about University offices and programs that provide safety support, crime and fire statistics, emergency response and communications plans, and other policies and information. The Report can be accessed online at: . Paper copies of the Report are available, upon request, from the University of Chicago Police Department, 850 E. 61st Street, Chicago, IL 60637.

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