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Massachusetts Institute of Technology Senior Research Support Associate in Cambridge, Massachusetts

Senior Research Support Associate

  • Job Number: 24692

  • Functional Area: Research - Other

  • Department: Economics

  • School Area: Humanities, Arts, & Social Sciences

  • Employment Type: Full-Time Temporary

  • Employment Category: Non-Exempt

  • Visa Sponsorship Available: No

  • Schedule: 37.5 hrs/wk.

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    Posting Description

SENIOR RESEARCH SUPPORT ASSOCIATE, Economics, to work with a group of faculty on both administrative and research-related projects that may include statistical analysis of data; assist with research through locating information, proofreading works, and preparing tables for papers in the process of publication; assist in the fielding of experiments and surveys; general administrative responsibilities include managing calendars and appointments, preparing and processing travel arrangements, preparing expenses for processing, managing faculty websites with publications and course materials, preparing and transmitting correspondence for recommendations and other related mailings, assisting with class and seminar preparation, and other miscellaneous duties.

Job Requirements

REQUIRED: High School Diploma or equivalent. Knowledge of social science research and data collection methods (qualitative and quantitative); excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills, ability to meet deadlines, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team. Statistical analysis skills (Stata or R), and data management (spreadsheets and databases) and Bachelor’s degree in economics or a related social science discipline, preferred. Job #24692-4

This is a two-year position with the possibility of extension. The expected start time is spring 2025, with a flexible date. 12/24/2024

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