Research Analyst - AidData PAU

William and Mary, United States

Updated: about 7 hours ago
Location: Williamsburg, VIRGINIA

Position Information
Position Information


Position Number H0899W
Position Title Research Analyst - AidData PAU
Employment Category Hourly
Location William & Mary
Department 3KM100 Global Research Institute
Unit Mission Statement
The Global Research Institute (GRI) empowers teams of William & Mary students and faculty to make a difference in the world. We are a multidisciplinary hub that applies scholarly research to real world problems, investing in outstanding student and faculty scholars to catalyze new insights and cultivate the next generation of global leaders. Based in the Office of the Provost, GRI supports a whole of university approach to advance W&M by developing ideas, convening partners, creating and analyzing data, and inventing new methods. The Institute’s approach to incubate and scale and applied research helps researchers push research frontiers and produce insights that matter at W&M and beyond. At any time, under the auspices of the Institute there are several research projects, most grant-funded, with the largest being AidData.
AidData produces novel data, tools, and research that answers the question: who is funding, what, where, for whom, and to what effect around the world? AidData has an explicit focus on data and research that meets high academic standards but is also accessible and relevant for a broad audience of international relations practitioners, policymakers, journalists, and scholars. AidData’s work is made possible by generous financial support of international organizations such as the World Bank and United Nations, private philanthropies such as the Hewlett and Gates Foundations, and government agencies such as the US Department of State and USAID.
Position Summary
The Global Research Institute at William & Mary is currently seeking TWO part-time Research Analysts to support the Policy and Analysis Unit within AidData. They will be responsible for conducting quantitative and qualitative analysis on a variety of projects as well as supporting the writing of reports.
This position will work closely with the Deputy Director of Research and/or a Senior Research Analyst on three types of projects:
(1) to study the scope and impact of United States and Chinese development finance on lower and middle-income countries (LMIC),
(2) analyze the perceptions of elites in LIMICs of international donors,
(3) to provide formative analysis on the field of human migration and its researchers for the purpose of building an online platform to support migration research.
Preference will be given to qualified candidates able to work a hybrid schedule with 2 or more days in person in Williamsburg. However, we will also consider well-qualified candidates for fully remote work.
Immigration visa sponsorship is not available for these part-time positions.
Conditions of Employment
  • This is a non-exempt position, eligible to receive overtime in accordance with the Fair Labor Standards Act. This position may be subject to overtime during high peak times, etc. as directed and approved by the supervisor.


  • This is a restricted position subject to availability of funding.

  • All hourly employees are subject to the limitations of the Virginia Manpower Control Program and total hours worked may not exceed, on average, 29 hours per week, over the course of a twelve month period beginning May 1 each year.
Essential Designation No
FLSA Non-Exempt
Position Restricted? Yes, the appointment is limited due to funding availability
Position Term Other (specify actual months below)
Position Months
Required Qualifications
  • Degree in Economics, Social Sciences, Public Policy, or related fields, or comparable education and experience.
  • Working knowledge of policy research
  • Expert knowledge of the policy environment through experience in government, policy research and deep knowledge of the policy environment through experience in government, military or academia.
  • Expert skill in technical assessment i.e. analyze qualitative and/or quantitative data some involving R coding.
  • Advanced skills in developing recommendations which might have a significant fiscal, budgetary, programmatic, regulatory, planning, performance and policy impact.
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, with a diverse population of technical and non-technical staff ; and to maintain good communication with a geographically dispersed team.
  • Demonstrated ability to function independently, meet project timelines and schedules, utilize exceptional organizational skills to meet deadlines, and work under your own initiative.
  • Considerable experience working with R or similar data analysis software
  • Proficient user of Google Suite of applications and Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)


Note: Applicants have the option of sending data analysis code samples or links to code repositories (e.g., GitHub) to show case their work using the optional document on the application portal.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Graduate or Post graduate studies or PhD in Economics, Social Sciences, Public
    Policy, or Related Fields
  • Advanced work experience in R and Stata
  • Demonstrated experience with social network analysis
  • Knowledge of survey methods and demonstrated experience conducting analysis of primary survey data
Is the position remote work eligible? Full-time (works remotely full-time and has no assigned university office)
Remote Work Disclaimer
Remote work eligibility is not guaranteed and is subject to approval. Employee eligibility depends on the likelihood of the employee succeeding in a remote work arrangement and the supervisor’s ability to manage remote workers. Departments and/or Human Resources may amend, alter, change, delete, or modify eligibility.
Advertised Pay Range $25-$32/hour
Advertised Pay Range Statement
University Salary Range U09
Benefits Summary Statement
This position is not benefit eligible.
Job Open Date
Review Begin Date 01/24/2024
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Application Instructions
Background Check Statement
William & Mary is committed to providing a safe campus community. W&M conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.
EEO Statement
William & Mary values diversity and invites applications from underrepresented groups who will enrich the research, teaching and service missions of the university. The university is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and encourages applications from women, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

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