University of Chicago · 3 months ago
Pre-Doctoral Fellow
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$54K/yr - $67K/yr
2+ years expThe University of Chicago is seeking two full-time Pre-Doctoral Fellows to join the Comprehensive Income Dataset (CID) Project for a two-year term starting in Summer 2026. The role involves collaborating on research projects that build the CID and transform the understanding of economic well-being in the United States, while working closely with a team of Ph.D. researchers.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Pre-Doctoral Fellows will collaborate on research projects that further build the CID and use it to transform our understanding of economic well-being in the United States
Perform routine assignments related to scientific research projects
Assists in drafting presentations on research findings
Analyzes possible solutions using standard procedures
Ensures compliance of research activities with institutional, state, and federal regulatory policies, procedures, directives and mandates
Writes articles, reports and manuscripts
Maintains technical and administrative support for a research project
Analyzes and maintains data and/or specimens. Conducts literature reviews. Assists with preparation of reports, manuscripts and other documents
Performs other related work as needed
Qualification
Required
Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field
Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through < 2 years of work experience in a related job discipline
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Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Economics, Statistics or related disciplines
Willingness and ability to obtain Special Sworn Status (requires 3 years of US residence within past 5 years) from the U.S. Census Bureau
Previous research experience
Proficiency in Stata; ability to use other statistical software packages (e.g., SAS, R, or Python)
Significant coursework or experience in programming
Strong interest in understanding poverty and issues affecting vulnerable populations
Proven ability to work effectively in small teams, demonstrating a strong desire to both learn from and mentor other team members
Drive and ability to develop a detailed understanding of areas ranging from cutting-edge econometric techniques to institutional details related to marginalized populations
Excellent oral and written communication skills
High attention to detail and quality in data analysis and written material
Significant knowledge of statistics and/or empirical economics research
Demonstrated ability to review and prioritize work independently and effectively
Demonstrated ability to be resourceful and creative in problem-solving
Benefits
Health, retirement, and paid time off
Company
University of Chicago
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