Project Scientist (Asst/Assoc) - Data & Policy Research

University of California-Berkeley; Berkeley (CA); On-site; USD 77,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

University of California, Berkeley invites applications for an Assistant/Associate Project Scientist to advance economics research with CEGA. The role includes data collection, analysis, mentoring, and coordinating with external partners, as well as developing and publishing research findings. Requires a PhD, 3–5 years of empirical research experience, and proven proficiency with Stata, SAS and R. Initial appointment is 1 year with possible renewal, starting January 2027.

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent international degree (required at start).
• 3-5 years of empirical research experience with data analysis.
• Outstanding communication and mentoring abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead economics research projects and CEGA initiatives.
• Develop data collection, analysis and modeling using Stata, SAS and R.
• Provide mentorship to training attendees, CEGA fellows and staff researchers.
• Publish findings and present to stakeholders.

Skills

Strong written and oral communication

Empirical research

Collaboration with external partners

Programming in R/Stata/SAS

Education

PhD or equivalent international degree

Enrolled in PhD program

Tools

Stata

SAS

R

Job description

University of California, Berkeley invites applications for an Assistant/Associate Project Scientist to advance economics research with CEGA. The role includes data collection, analysis, mentoring, and coordinating with external partners, as well as developing and publishing research findings. Requires a PhD, 3–5 years of empirical research experience, and proven proficiency with Stata, SAS and R. Initial appointment is 1 year with possible renewal, starting January 2027.