BASIC FUNCTION
The
Senior Research Assistant/Analyst undertakes joint research assignments with
senior fellows, primarily on the federal budget, the deficit, and related
legislative and policy options, as well as various other current issues in
fiscal and monetary policy and health economics. Communicate with outside and
inside authors; assist with events. Title and salary will be based on
qualifications and experience.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor’s
degree in economics, mathematics, public policy or a social science with a
minor in economics required. Master’s degree in a similar field preferred, but
not required. Minimum one year of work experience in economics and/or computer
modeling required. Competence to undertake research assignments with little
supervision.
KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS
Familiarity
with federal budget issues and/or issues related to health economics, and
relevant data sources and literature strongly preferred. Basic knowledge of
software packages such as Word and Excel. Experience with software such as SAS,
STATA, and other econometric packages required. Experience handling large data
sets and models preferred. Experience with web coding/scripting (such as
Javascript, HTML, and CSS), and database management (such as SQL, Microsoft
Access, etc.) preferred. Independent research experience preferred.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
50%
Research Analysis
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Provide analytical reviews and summaries of existing literature
pertinent to assigned topic.
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Collect and organize data and documents from various sources
including electronic databases, libraries, and government documents.
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Analyze data, using spreadsheets and statistical packages.
Produce charts and tables containing the results.
40% Writing and Editing
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Co-author papers and blog posts with senior research staff.
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Develop detailed outlines and first drafts of papers or sections
of papers and work closely with senior research staff through the publication
process.
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Help adapt papers to reach various audiences through summaries,
blog posts, data visualization, and other methods.
10% Administrative Support
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Assist Hutchins Center leadership with day-to-day activities of
the Center, including research, policy, outreach, scheduling, and other
activities as assigned.
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Assist with Hutchins Center events as needed, including meeting
preparation, calendar support, and logistics for public events, private
roundtables, and additional activities.
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Other duties as assigned.
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