Massachusetts Institute of Technology · 17 hours ago
Senior Research Support Associate
Massachusetts Institute of Technology is seeking a Senior Research Support Associate to work with faculty on administrative and research-related projects. The role involves statistical analysis, managing calendars, and assisting with various research tasks.
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Responsibilities
Work with a group of faculty on both administrative and research-related projects
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
Manage calendars and appointments
Prepare and process travel arrangements
Prepare expenses for processing
Manage faculty websites with publications and course materials
Prepare and transmit correspondence for recommendations and other related mailings
Assist with class preparation, seminar coordination, and 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
Company
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Massachusetts Institute of Technology is a research university that conducts research and offers educational courses.
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$1.11BKey Investors
US Department of EnergyAlfred P. Sloan FoundationMassachusetts Life Sciences Center
2023-08-15Grant
2021-01-01Grant· $1.5M
2020-01-30Grant· $0.07M
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