Econometrics Research Associate - Data as Asset

University of Cambridge; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Cambridge invites applications for a Research Assistant/Research Associate to work on a project measuring data depreciation for UK National Accounts. The role requires a strong econometrics background and familiarity with accessing UK data, including ONS datasets and the Secure Research Service.

You will contribute to developing empirical depreciation estimates, plus evaluation of valuation methodologies and quality measures for AI-driven data use.

Qualifications

• PhD (submitted or nearly submitted) or demonstrable advanced research skills.
• Strong econometric/quantitative methods background.
• Experience engaging with policy-makers or external audiences is welcome.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and contribute to the project on data depreciation and UK National Accounts.
• Develop empirical estimates of data depreciation rates using UK data sources.
• Assist in shaping methodology, quality measures, and potential publication outputs.

Skills

Econometrics

Policy engagement

UK data access

Academic publishing

Education

PhD (submitted or near submission)

Tools

Stata

R

Job description

University of Cambridge invites applications for a Research Assistant/Research Associate to work on a project measuring data depreciation for UK National Accounts. The role requires a strong econometrics background and familiarity with accessing UK data, including ONS datasets and the Secure Research Service.

You will contribute to developing empirical depreciation estimates, plus evaluation of valuation methodologies and quality measures for AI-driven data use.