ACI is looking for a full-time Research Assistant or Associate (RA)
The RA will be a member of the ACI research team, working under Professor Paul Cheung, to work on a number of projects.
We are specifically looking for candidates with experience in quantitative research methods. Candidate must be comfortable and proficient with statistical software such as Stata, and advanced programming languages.
Candidates should have an interest in public policies and economies, as well as the ability to work independently with minimal supervision and a strong willingness to learn about new topics and tools. Excellent written and spoken English is essential.
Responsibilities of the full-time research assistant or associate include:
- Conduct literature reviews
- Collect, clean, format and prepare research data
- Perform quantitative data analysis, simulation and estimation on ongoing and new research projects
- Independently collect and manage primary and/or secondary data for research projects
- Contribute to papers, research briefings, book chapters and summaries
- Prepare presentation materials for meetings, conference, etc
- Prepare manuscripts for submission, and other administrative work
Requirements
- Bachelor/Masters degree in Economics, Finance, Mathematics or equivalent
- Possess experience in conducting quantitative research will be preferred
- Possess experience independently preparing literature reviews, data collection and data analysis, etc
- Demonstrate good organisational and analytical skills
- Excellent verbal and written English
- Able to commit to at least 1 year of service
Application Procedure
Please include the following documents in the application:
- One-page cover letter, with a brief statement of relevant research experience
- Curriculum vitae
- Certificates & Transcripts (undergraduate and Masters, as relevant): Scanned copies for initial application
- One writing sample (min. 500 words)
- Details of two referees (preferably academic) who can comment on the applicant’s academic abilities and research experience
Please send electronic submissions to [email protected]
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