Research Assistant

Post-Pandemic Leadership Research Insititute; United States; Remote; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The Post-Pandemic Leadership Research Institute is seeking Research Assistant Interns to support various research projects on leadership in virtual and hybrid teams. This remote internship offers a chance to contribute to interdisciplinary studies while developing essential research skills. Ideal candidates are pursuing a Master’s degree in relevant fields and possess strong analytical and communication skills. Interns will engage in literature reviews, data collection, and content synthesis, contributing to impactful research in leadership.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a Master’s degree in relevant fields.
• Proficiency in Excel; experience with Python, R, or SQL is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Conduct literature reviews on leadership and behavioral finance topics.
• Collect, clean, and validate data from various sources.
• Assist in writing and synthesizing content for academic publications.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Organizational Skills

Written Communication

Education

Master’s degree or higher

Tools

Excel

Python

R

SQL

Job description

The Post-Pandemic Leadership Research Institute (PLRI) is dedicated to advancing research on leadership in the contexts of virtual and hybrid teams, artificial intelligence, finance, change management, women’s empowerment, and the development of leadership traits in children. Our mission is to lead sustainable innovation and foster strong relationships in virtual and AI-driven environments. We are seeking highly motivated and detail-oriented Research Assistant Interns to support a variety of quantitative, qualitative, and mixed-methods research projects.

Responsibilities

Interns will contribute to interdisciplinary studies across a wide range of leadership domains, including:

• Motherhood Leadership
• Virtual Team Leadership for Women
• Leadership Traits in Children
• Startup Leadership

This internship is especially suitable for individuals with academic backgrounds in Organizational Leadership, Finance, Economics, Business, Statistics, or Data Science who are eager to apply their knowledge in a behavioral and organizational research setting.

Duration

9 months to up to 2 years (starting June 2025), depending on individual performance and available funding.

️ Please note: This is currently an unpaid internship. PLRI is a young but highly professional research institute committed to the highest standards of ethics and academic integrity. We are in the process of applying for funding and hope to offer compensation in the future. If you are confident in your ability to grow with us and contribute meaningfully during this exciting phase of development, we invite you to review the Key Responsibilities and Qualifications below and submit your resume for consideration.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct literature reviews on topics related to leadership, behavioral finance, and decision-making
• Collect, clean, and validate data from surveys, interviews, internal assessments, and external sources
• Assist in writing, editing, and synthesizing content for academic journal articles and case studies
• Prepare tables, charts, and summaries for presentations and publications
• Support data workflow development using tools such as Excel, Python, or R
• Perform exploratory data analysis, statistical modeling, and data visualization
• Collaborate with team members and external data contributors to ensure project coordination
• Support fundraising efforts and assist with leadership event logistics as needed

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a Master’s degree or higher in a relevant field

(e.g., Organizational Leadership, Finance, Economics, Business, Statistics, or Data Science)

• Proficiency in Excel; experience with Python, R, or SQL is highly desirable
• Solid understanding of basic statistical techniques, regression analysis, or behavioral modeling
• Strong analytical, organizational, and written communication skills
• Regular Zoom meetings and virtual team collaboration are essential, as this is currently a remote position
• Ability to manage multiple tasks independently while meeting deadlines
• High ethical standards—honesty, diligence, and accountability—are essential to ensure research accuracy, rigor, and objectivity
• Valid work authorization is required

How to Apply

Please email the following materials to: [e-mail]

• Your resume
• A short statement of interest explaining why you're interested in this role and how it supports your goals

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Internship

Employment type

• Employment type

  Internship

Job function

• Job function

  Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

• Industries

  Research Services

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