Economic Policy Research Assistant (Hybrid)

The Brookings Institution; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The Brookings Institution in Washington, DC is seeking a Research Assistant. The role supports Economic Studies with data analysis, literature reviews, and manuscript preparation in a hybrid work environment.

Ideal candidates hold a STEM- or economics-related bachelor's degree with a minor in Economics and experience with STATA/R. Strong Excel skills, and the ability to work across centers are preferred.

Qualifications

• Requires Bachelor's degree in Economics/Math/Stats or Public Policy with Econ minor
• Experience with econometric packages such as STATA or R is required
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data analysis tools is expected

Responsibilities

• Support scholars across Economic Studies with data analysis and literature review
• Assist with preparation of tables, graphs, and model outputs
• Contribute to writing and editing working papers and communications materials

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Economics/Math/Stats or Public Policy with Econ minor

Tools

STATA

R

Excel

Job description

The Brookings Institution in Washington, DC is seeking a Research Assistant. The role supports Economic Studies with data analysis, literature reviews, and manuscript preparation in a hybrid work environment.

Ideal candidates hold a STEM- or economics-related bachelor's degree with a minor in Economics and experience with STATA/R. Strong Excel skills, and the ability to work across centers are preferred.