Predoctoral Researcher

Massachusetts Institute of Technology; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Massachusetts Institute of Technology seeks a Predoctoral Researcher in Economics (5 positions) to join the research team of Professor Amy Finkelstein in Cambridge, MA.

Responsibilities include working with data sets, cleaning data, preparing data for analysis, assisting with onboarding new staff and maintaining project documentation, and assisting with literature reviews, IRB applications, and preparation of academic papers.

Qualifications

• Two years of research experience (may include undergraduate) and strong quantitative background.
• Bachelor's degree required.
• Strong programming and computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Work with data sets, clean data, and run checks to spot errors.
• Prepare data for analysis and assist with onboarding new staff and project documentation.
• Assist with literature reviews, IRB applications, and preparation of academic papers.

Skills

Quantitative background

Programming experience

Independent worker

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Posting Description

PREDOCTORAL RESEARCHER, Economics (5 positions), to join the research team of Professor Amy Finkelstein.

Responsibilities include working with data sets, cleaning and running checks to spot errors, and generally preparing data for analysis; assisting with onboarding new staff and maintaining project documentation; and assisting with literature reviews, new and renewal institutional review board applications, and preparation of academic papers.

Job Requirements

REQUIRED :

• Two years of research experience (may include research experience gained as an undergraduate)
• bachelor's degree
• strong quantitative background and computer skills including programming experience
• excellent academic record
• and ability to work independently

PREFERRED :

• Research assistant experience
• background in economics
• candidates with strong technical backgrounds looking for more exposure to economics
• and ideal for someone interested in pursuing a Ph.D. in economics

Appointment will begin in spring or summer 2027; with a two-year commitment being ideal.

7/31/2026