France Data and Labor Economics Research Specialist

Princeton University; Princeton (NJ); Hybrid; USD 72,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Princeton University is seeking an Associate Professional Specialist to contribute to Professor Carry's research in labor economics and macroeconomics. The role focuses on compiling and analyzing French datasets, developing long panels, and applying advanced econometric methods in France.

The position is primarily on campus in Princeton with occasional remote work in France, for a one-year term with renewal potential. Strong coding and collaboration skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Masters degree in Economics, applied Mathematics, Computer Science, Statistics, or related discipline, or equivalent combination of training, experience, and accomplishments
• Prior research experience in the fields of Economics
• Proficiency in accounting practices and terminology
• Experience working with real-world data sets
• Strong coding/algorithm skills and proficiency in statistical programming, especially Stata, R, Python, MATLAB, SAS, LaTeX
• Must be able to access certain French datasets
• Ability to work independently, especially for remote work in France
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Excellent organizational and time management skills

Responsibilities

• Construction and management of a database of collective agreements for France
• Construction and management of a comprehensive worker-level longitudinal panel using the French firm-level employment records DADS Postes
• Analysis of firm balance sheet databases only available in France, applying accounting practices to estimate production functions
• Managing and providing quality control of project work completed by third-party contractors
• Supervising undergraduate research assistants and other casual/temporary staff and serving as project liaison with external consultants
• Produce detailed reports, prepare policy briefs and presentations, and assist with drafting materials for publication

Skills

Economics research

Coding skills

Statistical programming

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Master's degree in Economics

Tools

Stata

R

Python

MATLAB

SAS

LaTeX

Job description

Princeton University is seeking an Associate Professional Specialist to contribute to Professor Carry's research in labor economics and macroeconomics. The role focuses on compiling and analyzing French datasets, developing long panels, and applying advanced econometric methods in France.

The position is primarily on campus in Princeton with occasional remote work in France, for a one-year term with renewal potential. Strong coding and collaboration skills are essential.