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Research Professional - Health Economics Initiative (Full-Time, Benefits Eligible)

Pre-Doctoral in Economics Program (PREP)
Location
Chicago, IL
Posted
1 month ago
Department
Pre-Doctoral in Economics Program
Salary
$59,000–62,000
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Bachelor's degree in economics, computer science, science, engineering, or related STEM fields
  • Relevant research experience as a research assistant
  • Ability to write programs in Stata, R, and/or Python to analyze large datasets
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously
  • Excellent organizational skills
  • Attention to detail
Nice to have
  • Knowledge of R, Python, Stata preferred
  • Master’s degree in economics, public policy, or a related field
  • Previous research assistance experience contributing meaningfully to faculty research
  • Advanced knowledge of research techniques and methods in relevant scientific field
  • Understanding of academia and higher education in a research and teaching environment
What the job really is

The Research Professional will support the Becker Friedman Institute's Health Economics Initiative by collaborating with faculty on various research projects. Responsibilities include data collection and cleaning, statistical analysis, and preparing results for publication. The role serves as a bridge between undergraduate studies and graduate school, focusing on empirical economics and providing hands-on research experience.

Benefits
  • $59,000–62,000 annual salary
  • $2,000 professional development fund
Things to weigh
  • Expected start date is Summer 2027, which may be a long wait for candidates
  • The role is tied to a specific program and may have limited scope compared to broader research positions
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