Research Support Associate 2
About The Position
SENIOR RESEARCH SUPPORT ASSOCIATE , Political Scienc e, to assist four professors with their research and class-related needs. Responsibilities will include assisting with research by engaging in data analysis, conducting computer simulations, aiding in data collection, coordinating research assistants, and assisting with the preparation of experiments and surveys. Will also perform general administrative duties, including processing expenses, organizing seminars/conferences, and assisting with class preparation. This is an excellent opportunity for someone interested in gaining research experience in quantitative social science, especially for those who plan on seeking an advanced degree in the social sciences.
Requirements
- High school diploma
- experience with statistical computation (e.g., R, Stata, or Python) and data management
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree in social science, statistics, computer science, or a related field
- familiarity with social science research, statistics, and data collection methods
- experience using AI-assisted coding tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, Cursor, or similar) for data analysis and pipeline development
Responsibilities
- assisting with research by engaging in data analysis
- conducting computer simulations
- aiding in data collection
- coordinating research assistants
- assisting with the preparation of experiments and surveys
- performing general administrative duties, including processing expenses
- organizing seminars/conferences
- assisting with class preparation
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
