Apply as a Research Analyst in The Wharton School

Application Deadline: 5th December, 2021

Professors Arthur van Benthem, Shing-Yi Wang, and Susanna Berkouwer at The Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania are seeking two Research Analysts to support quantitative research in economics. The successful candidates will support research in development economics and/or economics of energy and the environment. This is a full-time position based in Philadelphia, starting on July 1, 2022. This position is eligible for full Penn vacation and sick leave accrual. Annual salary is commensurate with experience within the range of $50,000 – $55,000 plus benefits. Remote work may be possible for a temporary period.

This is a challenging opportunity for an early-career professional who is passionate about social science research and has a strong desire to expand and deepen skills in economic research and quantitative data analysis. It is anticipated that the successful candidates would work in this position for 1 or 2 years, before going on to graduate programs or careers in Economics, Public Policy, or another quantitative social science.

Roles/Responsibilities

Performing a variety of statistical and econometric analyses
Cleaning and analyzing data
Writing research reports
Conducting background research and literature reviews
Identifying and obtaining secondary data
Coding survey questionnaires
Managing field activities. Independent thinking, a thorough understanding of economics or related disciplines, an ability to manage workflows on multiple projects, and self-motivation are highly valued in performing these functions.

Eligibility

BA/BS in Economics, Statistics, or a related quantitative discipline
Previous experience as a research analyst
Conducting independent research using statistical software such as STATA or R is preferred
Ability to analyze data and write reports