Electoral Reform Research Assistant Part-Time

Penn State University•University Park, IL

About The Position

The Department of Statistics seeks to hire graduate or undergraduate students as part-time hourly Research Assistants during Fall 2026/Spring 2027. Successful candidates will assist with statistical research focused mainly on evaluating possible reforms to U.S. electoral systems, such as proportional representation and the single transferable vote. The role anticipates up to 60 total work hours and pays $20 per hour. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and work is expected to begin immediately after hiring. Employment requires successful completion of background checks in accordance with University policies.

Requirements

  • Must be a graduate or undergraduate student.
  • Familiarity with U.S. politics.
  • Interest in learning to use map-based redistricting tools.

Nice To Haves

  • Experience with the R programming language.

Responsibilities

  • Assist with statistical research evaluating possible reforms to U.S. electoral systems, including proportional representation and the single transferable vote.
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