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Center for Global Development · 3 months ago

Research Assistant, Market Shaping Accelerator

Washington, DC

Full-time

Hybrid

New Grad, Entry Level

$54K/yr - $58K/yr

The Center for Global Development is a leading institution focused on addressing global challenges through innovative market solutions. They are seeking a Research Assistant for the Market Shaping Accelerator to support the development and adoption of impactful proposals that tackle issues such as climate change and global health. The role involves engaging with policymakers and economists while contributing to research and analysis in a collaborative environment.

Non Profit

No H1B

Responsibilities

Economic appraisal and quantitative modeling (including cost-benefit analysis) of market shaping proposals

Supporting analysis of policy challenges related to climate change, global health, and pandemic preparedness – including understanding the market dynamics and structure of key sectors/industries

Communication and coordination with relevant stakeholders

Identifying promising candidate problems to tackle with market shaping instruments through desk research

Qualification

Quantitative skillsMicroeconomic modelingProgramming in StataProgramming in RProgramming in PythonEmpirical research methodsAnalytical skillsCritical-thinking skillsOral communicationWritten communicationOrganizational skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Economics or related field

Strong quantitative skills and experience with empirical research methods or microeconomic modeling

Programming experience in at least one language (e.g., Stata, R, Python, or MATLAB)

Excellent analytical and critical-thinking skills

Strong oral and written communication skills

Ability to stay organized on multiple projects simultaneously

Resume/CV (required)

Cover Letter (required)

Writing Sample (required)

Transcripts (required)

Professional References Contact Information (3) (required)

Preferred

Advanced modeling experience and knowledge of multiple programming languages is desired (but not required)

Curiosity and interest in climate change, pandemic preparedness and global health

Benefits

Generous paid time off

A robust medical, vision and dental benefits with a modest employee contribution

Employer retirement contribution

Commuter benefits

And much more

Company

Center for Global Development

Center for Global Development is an independent, not-for-profit think tank that works to reduce global poverty and inequality.

Founded in 2001

London, England, GBR

51-200 employees

http://www.cgdev.org/

Funding

Current Stage

Growth Stage

Leadership Team

Mark W. Plant

COO and Senior Policy Fellow

Kathryn E. Arion

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