The Hamilton Project is looking to hire a few full-time research assistants starting in the summer of 2016. The Hamilton Project commissions policy papers from academic economists on a variety of topics that promote broad-based economic growth. We are a small team, and Hamilton Project RA’s get a diverse experience including writing and editing, researching, analyzing data, and in producing papers and events. Many of our former RA’s have gone on to top economics PhD programs, or other careers in policy or law.
The Research Assistant will help execute and develop an overall policy agenda and policy strategy for The Hamilton Project (THP). Research potential policy areas and communicate with leading academics, policy makers and practitioners to support the Director and Policy Director in identifying promising potential topics for THP’s policy agenda. Draft THP policy briefs and other public documents. Analyze economic data and present findings. Assist with coordinating the work of outside academics and policy analysts to achieve policy goals. Assist with editing and production of THP discussion papers.
The Hamilton Project at the Brookings Institution produces research and policy proposals on how to create a growing economy that benefits more Americans. Our economic strategy reflects a judgment that long term prosperity is best achieved by making economic growth broad-based, by enhancing individual economic security, and by embracing a role for effective government in making needed public investments. The Project focuses on a broad range of topics in applied microeconomics with applications to economy policy. Current and recent projects include papers on tax relief for working families, cost-effective early childhood investments, reducing crime and incarceration rates, innovation and regulation in the water sector, policies to strengthen the labor market, and elderly financial security and well-being. Visit www.hamiltonproject.org for more information.
Research Assistant positions will begin during the summer of 2016 and involve a commitment of at least one year. Specific starting dates are flexible and will be coordinated with THP senior staff.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor’s degree in Economics or a related field required; Master’s degree or one-year related job experience preferred by not required. Competence to undertake research assignments with little supervision required.
Bachelor’s degree in Economics or a related field required; Master’s degree or one-year related job experience preferred by not required. Competence to undertake research assignments with little supervision required.
KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS
Candidates with research experience are strongly preferred, especially those with experience in STATA, SAS or MATLAB. Strong quantitative and analytic skills required. Exemplary writing and editing skills a must. Must be able to take initiative to explore promising policy areas and absorb and synthesize large amounts of information and data quickly. Strong knowledge of and passion for public policy. Discretion, creativity, maturity and good judgment. Must be team-player and able to work in small, collaborative environment, often at a fast pace and under time constraints. Must have he flexibility to take on new roles and responsibilities as this policy initiative evolves.
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