Research Professional – Evan Rose (Full-Time, Benefits Eligible)
Pre-Doctoral in Economics Program (PREP) · Chicago, IL
Posted 7 days ago · $59,000–62,000
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- This role has been open
- 7 days Pre-Doctoral in Economics Program (PREP)'s roles stay open a median of 13 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- Yes 100% of Pre-Doctoral in Economics Program (PREP)'s roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at Pre-Doctoral in Economics Program (PREP)
- low 0 stale, 0 reposted of 4 open
- Hiring momentum
- 5 roles opened in the last 90 days ↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
- Last confirmed on the employer's board
- 2026-09-17
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About this role
The Research Professional will work closely with Professor Evan Rose at the Becker Friedman Institute, engaging in applied econometrics research focused on labor and public economics. Responsibilities include analyzing large datasets, writing programs in statistical software, constructing visual data representations, and conducting background research. This role serves as a bridge for candidates aiming to pursue graduate studies in economics or related fields.
- benefits
- 2/5
- freshness
- 5/5
- career value
- 4/5
- role clarity
- 4/5
- pay transparency
- 5/5
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What you need
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution by June 2027
- Strong quantitative and programming skills
- Experience in econometrics
- Familiarity with statistical analysis packages such as Stata, R, or Python
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines
Nice to have
- Master’s degree in economics, public policy, or a related field
- Previous research assistance experience
- Advanced knowledge of research techniques and methods
- Familiarity with numerical optimization and package development in R and/or Python
- Understanding of academia and higher education in a research and teaching environment
What you get
- $59,000–62,000 annual salary
- $2,000 professional development fund
- Competitive salary and employee benefits
Worth weighing
- Position starts in Summer 2027, which may be a long wait for some candidates
- Research experience is strongly preferred, which may limit opportunities for recent graduates
- The role involves a significant focus on econometric techniques, which may not appeal to all candidates
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