Princeton University · 1 day ago
Senior Research Specialist I
Princeton, NJ
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$58K/yr - $75K/yrPrinceton University is a prestigious institution seeking talented predoctoral research specialists for the Julis-Rabinowitz Center for Public Policy & Finance. The role involves assisting faculty with research in economics and finance, offering valuable experience for those planning to pursue doctoral studies.
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Responsibilities
Clean, synthesize, and analyze data. Produce empirical analysis and more sophisticated statistical models (i.e. machine learning, neural nets, LLMs)
Prepare results and design figures for reports and presentations
Manage and manipulate data using requested languages, including Python, R, MATLAB, and STATA
Collaborate successfully with faculty, students, and other RAs at Princeton as well as external co-authors
Independently manage all timelines and deliverables. Exercise independent decision-making regarding the progression of the research projects and methodologies
Qualification
Required
BA/BS in economics, mathematics, or computer science, or in a related field (e.g., public policy, with significant coursework in economics, mathematics, statistics, and/or programming)
Experience with statistical programming in STATA, Python, or R
Demonstrated interest in empirical social science
Excellent analytical, empirical, and writing skills, demonstrated through independent work (e.g. course paper, undergraduate thesis, or independent research)
Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and flexibly adapt to changes in priorities; experience working both independently and as a team member; willingness to take initiative and follow projects through to completion
Preferred
Knowledge of STATA, R, Python, Julia, and/or MATLAB
Familiarity with machine learning methods and algorithmic modeling for large datasets
Experience with LaTeX, Unix/Linux
Evidence of outstanding academic achievement
Familiarity with standard economic and financial data sources, Internet tools, and HTML
Benefits
Comprehensive benefit program
Company
Princeton University
Princeton University is a private Ivy League university that offers a variety of master’s degrees and Ph. D.s.
Founded in 1764
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$11.44MKey Investors
US Department of EnergyAlfred P. Sloan FoundationNational Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases
2024-06-06Grant· $2M
2023-08-14Grant
2022-02-15Grant· $5.5M
Leadership Team
Amy Robinson Sterling
Executive Director, Eyewire
Anne-Marie Maman
Founding Director - Princeton Entrepreneurship Council
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