Postdoctoral Research Associate

Texas A&M University • College Station, TX

36d • Onsite

About The Position

The Postdoctoral Research Associate position in the areas of Policy Analysis, Public Policy, International Economics, and Labor Economics, will focus on generating academic publications related to various substantive policy areas. This position will directly support ongoing research projects as assigned by the Institute Director. These projects are expected to be related to US trade policy, global value chains, border issues, and international institutions.

Requirements

• Appropriate PhD.
• No prior experience required.
• Demonstrated thorough knowledge of statistical research methods and analysis of data using a variety of multivariate and multilevel techniques.
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing.
• Ability to work in a collaborative, team-based, multidisciplinary environment.
• Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.
• Ability to professionally and clearly communicate academic research to audiences with varying levels of subject-matter knowledge.

Nice To Haves

• PhD in a social science discipline, preferably economics, that links to Policy Analysis, Public Policy, International Economics, and Labor Economics with demonstrated ability to link to policy issues and application of appropriate research methods.
• Experience with analyzing data, especially dealing with trade, global supply chains, or labor markets.
• Ability to professionally and clearly communicate academic research to audiences with varying levels of subject-matter knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Participate in preparation of scholarly publications, presentations, and research reports based on appropriate application of theories and analysis of the research data.
• Contribute to the design of the research. As needed, assist in data collection, coding of data, and maintenance of research records and databases.
• Collaborate with and oversee Bush School students on research projects, clearly explain research needs, and train in necessary data collection, coding of data, and data maintenance.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
• 12-15 days of annual paid holidays
• Up to eight hours of paid sick leaveâ and at leastâ eight hours of paid vacationâ each month
• Automatic enrollment in theâ Teacher Retirement System of Texas
• Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time
• Professional Development: All employees have access to freeâ LinkedIn Learningâ training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more
• Educational release time and tuition assistanceâ for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee
• Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees