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Senior Research Support Associate
  • Job Number: 25448
  • Functional Area: Research - Other
  • Department: Economics
  • School Area: Humanities, Arts, & Social Sciences
  • Pay Range Minimum:
  • Pay Range Maximum:
  • Employment Type: Full-time Temporary (Hybrid)
  • Employment Category: Non-Exempt
  • Visa Sponsorship Available: No
  • Schedule: 37.5 hrs/wk.
  • Pay Grade: 4


Posting Description

SENIOR RESEARCH SUPPORT ASSOCIATE, Economics, to work with a group of faculty on both administrative and research-related projects that may include statistical analysis of data. Will assist with research through locating information, proofreading works, and preparing tables for papers in the process of publication; and assist in the fielding of experiments and surveys. General administrative responsibilities include 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, and other miscellaneous duties.

Job Requirements

REQUIRED: Knowledge of social science research and data collection methods (qualitative and quantitative); strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills; and the 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); and a bachelor’s degree in economics or a related social science discipline.

This is a two-year position with the possibility of extension. There are two openings, one to be filled as soon as possible, the second with a start date of summer 2026. 

1/29/2026