MIT Office of Resource Development · 6 hours ago
Senior Research Support Associate
MIT Office of Resource Development is seeking a Senior Research Support Associate in the Economics department to assist faculty with both administrative and research-related projects. The role involves statistical analysis of data, managing calendars and appointments, and preparing materials for publication and seminars.
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Responsibilities
Assist with research through locating information, proofreading works, and preparing tables for papers in the process of publication
Assist in the fielding of experiments and surveys
Managing calendars and appointments
Preparing and processing travel arrangements
Preparing expenses for processing
Managing faculty websites with publications and course materials
Preparing and transmitting correspondence for recommendations and other related mailings
Assisting with class preparation
Seminar coordination
Other miscellaneous duties
Qualification
Required
Knowledge of social science research and data collection methods (qualitative and quantitative)
Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills
Ability to meet deadlines and work both independently and as part of a team
Preferred
Strong statistical analysis skills (Stata or R)
Data management experience (spreadsheets and databases)
Bachelor's degree in economics or a related social science discipline