Research Assistant - Prof. Goldman

McGill UniversityMontreal, QC
Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an undergraduate research assistant to support an empirical research project at the intersection of corporate finance and management. The role involves coding information from university yearbooks into a structured dataset, which will form the basis of econometric analyses for the project. After a quick scanning step (yearbooks will be unbound and sheet-fed), the assistant will enter structured information into Excel according to a predefined coding scheme, either manually or algorithmically with manual review. Training on the coding protocol will be provided, and the assistant will be expected to work carefully and consistently, flagging ambiguous cases for discussion. Depending on future needs and budget, the contract could be renewed for assistance with actual analysis.

Requirements

  • Detail-oriented student with strong attention to details and accuracy.
  • Good organizational skills.
  • Ability to work independently while maintaining data quality.
  • Proficiency in Excel.
  • Authorized to work in Canada.
  • Willing to work in the province of Quebec.
  • English communication skills, both verbally and in writing.

Nice To Haves

  • Experience with empirical research.
  • Experience with data entry.
  • Experience with coding/optical character recognition (OCR).
  • Experience with archival materials.
  • Experience with research assistance.

Responsibilities

  • Coding information from university yearbooks into a structured dataset.
  • Entering structured information into Excel according to a predefined coding scheme, either manually or algorithmically with manual review.
  • Working carefully and consistently.
  • Flagging ambiguous cases for discussion.

Benefits

  • Hourly Salary: $19.02
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