Research Technician II, Nicholas School

The position will support faculty‑led research projects in climate and resource economics. The Pre‑Doctoral Research Associate will contribute to theoretical and empirical research related to the economics of urban climate adaptation and the economics of seafood consumption. The role involves literature review, research design, data collection and management, econometric analysis, and support for manuscript preparation. The position offers close mentorship from faculty and opportunities for collaborative research.

• Crowding‑out effects between public and private climate adaptation investment.
• Local political economy of urban climate resilience.
• Seafood consumption and health.

• Conduct literature reviews and summarize academic research to support hypothesis formation and project development; (20%)
• Conduct data collection, cleaning, and management using large‑scale administrative and geospatial datasets; assist in integrating multiple data sources; (30%)
• Perform descriptive and econometric analyses for causal inference using software such as R, Python, or Stata; (30%)
• Assist in preparation of research outputs, including figures, tables, reports, and academic manuscripts; support replication and documentation of results; (10%)
• Provide general research support, including project coordination with collaborators, data documentation, and other tasks as assigned; (10%)

This is a full‑time (40 hours per week) term‑limited position from August 1, 2026 through May 31, 2027 (10 months), with the possibility of extension contingent on funding and work authorization.

Work requires no experience beyond the educational requirement. Preferred experience would be 0–2 years (Research Technician II) of relevant research experience, including experience as a research assistant or in academic research settings.

• Strong quantitative skills, including training in econometrics, statistics, and data science.
• Proficiency in statistical programming (e.g., R, Python, Stata).
• Experience working with large datasets and conducting empirical analysis.
• Familiarity with core theories and current research frontiers in environmental economics.
• Ability to read and synthesize academic literature.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a research team.

• Prior research experience related to environmental economics.
• Interest in pursuing a PhD in economics, environmental economics, public policy, political science, or related fields.

August 1, 2026

Durham, NC

$19.06 to $28.85 per year, approximate.

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