Research & Policy Associate, Human Centered Weather Forecasts

Department

SSD Development Economics Center:
Staff and Temporary Employees

The Development Innovation Lab at the University of Chicago uses the tools of economics to develop innovations with the potential to benefit millions of people in low- and middle-income countries. It was founded and is led by Nobel laureate Michael Kremer.

DIL is seeking to hire a full-time Research & Policy Associate to work with Professor Michael Kremer, Nobel Laureate, and possibly other faculty as part of the Development Innovation Lab. Successful applicants will collaborate on new and ongoing research in development economics. The Research & Policy Associate's responsibilities will span all stages of research, including collecting data in both tabular and spatial formats, developing algorithms that clean and organize data, conducting statistical analyses, running simulations, and preparing manuscripts and presentations.

The responsibilities also span all stages of policy work, including writing policy briefs and communicating with government officials and other stakeholders.

• Supports data collection. Develops data collection instruments, trains and oversees the work of research support personnel, and monitors data quality.
• Supports analytical needs of research projects. Builds, manages, and maintains project databases.
• Supports the design and implementation of experiments, interacting with other laboratory staff under the direction of the principal investigator.
• Ensures project compliance with different policies, procedures, directives, and mandates.
• Helps write policy briefs and other policy-related documents.
• Communicates with key stakeholders, including government officials and partner organizations.
• Under limited direction, performs complex lab and/or research-related duties and tasks.
• Assists with preparation of reports, manuscripts and other documents.
• Maintains technical and administrative support for a research project.
• Analyzes and maintains data and/or specimens. Conducts literature reviews.
• Performs other related work as needed.

Education: Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.

Work Experience: Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through < 2 years of work experience in a related job discipline.

Certifications: --- (None required)

Education: Masters' degree level training in economics and mathematics from a top institution relevant research experience.

Experience: Experience working, studying, or spending significant time in developing countries, particularly Pakistan; experience gained in school counts towards this qualification.

• Knowledge of mathematics, statistics, and computer programming as indicated by coursework.
• Knowledge of research techniques and methods used in impact evaluations, particularly randomized controlled trials.

• Advanced coursework in Economics or Mathematics.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.
• Work both independently and as a team member.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Perform tasks mostly indoors in an office setting.
• Work independently for periods of eight (8) hours or more.
• Spend extended periods traveling for field work.
• Candidates must be willing to travel extensively and flexibly as needed for their respective responsibilities.

$50,150.00 - $64,900.00

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