Director of Research Support & Analytics Excellence

Jacobs Levy Equity Management; Ardmore (PA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Wharton Research Data Services (WRDS) is seeking a Director of Research Support to advance analytics, tools, and data products for academic and corporate users. Lead research consultation, training, and guidance on empirical methods while evaluating new datasets to enhance WRDS offerings and productivity.

The role requires a Ph.D. in Finance or Accounting (or ABD) and at least 1 year of post-bachelor's experience, with proficiency in Python/SAS and big data environments, plus exposure to major

Qualifications

• Ph.D. (or ABD) in Finance or Accounting with dissertation in progress.
• At least 1 year post-bachelor's experience in analytics and data tools.
• Experience with Python and SAS in big data environments.
• Empirical research using CRSP, Compustat, IBES, or Household-Finance datasets.

Responsibilities

• Develop and enhance WRDS analytics, research tools, applications, and data products.
• Provide research consultation and training to academics and corporate users.
• Support empirical research, troubleshooting, and site visits to promote WRDS usage.
• Evaluate new datasets and monitor finance and accounting research trends.

Skills

Python

SAS

Big data

Machine Learning

LLM

AI

Education

Ph.D. in Finance or Accounting

Tools

CRSP

Compustat

IBES

Household-Finance data

Job description

Wharton Research Data Services (WRDS) is seeking a Director of Research Support to advance analytics, tools, and data products for academic and corporate users. Lead research consultation, training, and guidance on empirical methods while evaluating new datasets to enhance WRDS offerings and productivity.

The role requires a Ph.D. in Finance or Accounting (or ABD) and at least 1 year of post-bachelor's experience, with proficiency in Python/SAS and big data environments, plus exposure to major