Junior Fellow/Research Assistant in Higher Ed Finance (JFI)

EPIP; New York (NY); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An innovative organization is looking for a Junior Fellow/Research Assistant to contribute to groundbreaking research in higher education finance. This fully remote, part-time role is perfect for a current PhD student or pre-doc eager to engage in original empirical research and data analysis. You will work closely with a Senior Fellow, utilizing large datasets to inform academic publications and policy analysis. With a flexible commitment of 10-15 hours per week and a monthly stipend, this position offers a unique opportunity to gain valuable experience and make a meaningful impact in the field. If you are passionate about research and education, this could be the perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Stata and R is required for data analysis.
• Ideal for a current PhD student or pre-doc seeking part-time work.

Responsibilities

• Conduct original empirical research on higher education finance.
• Undertake data analysis in consultation with Senior Fellow.

Skills

Data Analysis

Proficiency in Stata

Proficiency in R

Familiarity with SQL

Education

Current PhD student or pre-doc

Job description

Junior Fellow/Research Assistant in Higher Ed Finance (JFI)

Posted on October 05, 2020

JFI is seeking a Junior Fellow/Research Assistant to work with Senior Fellow Marshall Steinbaum on original empirical research related to higher education finance, student debt, and labor market power. Applications are due by October 15, 2020.

This role will be a fully remote, part-time position consisting of original empirical research using a variety of large economics-related datasets. The job will involve undertaking data analysis directed by and in ongoing consultation with Marshall Steinbaum, including regular email contact and at-least-weekly check-ins. The work is anticipated to support publication in academic journals, reports, and policy analysis/data visualizations to inform academics, the press, policymakers and their staff, and the public. The position would be ideal for a current PhD student or pre-doc looking for part-time employment. Proficiency with Stata and R is required. Familiarity with SQL is preferred.

The fellowship carries a monthly stipend of $1250.00 for approximately 10-15 hours of work per week.

1. Sample of past original empirical research.

Applications will be accepted through Thursday, October 15th, 2020.