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About the Department
Job Summary
Responsibilities
- Conducts and pursues research on leading edge themes in the study of economics. The specific area of study will reflect the research interests of the candidate.
- Engages with the Chicago Economics community in a variety of possible ways: organize academic conferences, host acclaimed scholars, and actively participate in the rich intellectual life at the University of Chicago.
- Spends one to two years as an integral part of the Becker Friedman Institute's research activities.
- Helps lead the Saieh Family Research Fellows seminar series, which meets monthly.
- Regularly attends and meets with speakers from one of the University's other seminar series on campus.
- Manages, plans, and evaluates regulatory elements of multiple or complex research projects for a designated department, program, or central unit.
- Ensures the identification, collection, and analysis of data that serve as a basis for outcome measurement of assigned research studies.
- Performs other related work as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Minimum requirements include a PhD in related field.---
Work Experience:
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Certifications:
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Preferred Qualifications
Education:
- Doctoral degree in economics or related field, or will obtain doctoral degree by start date.
Experience:
- Working knowledge writing peer-reviewed manuscripts.
- Background preparing and presenting work at meetings.
Technical Skills or Knowledge:
- Extensive knowledge in relevant field of economics.
- Sound research techniques and/or methods.
Preferred Competencies
- Work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Attention to detail.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Application Documents
- Resume/CV (required)
When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.
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Scheduled Weekly Hours
Benefits Eligible
Drug Test Required
Health Screen Required
Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
Posting Statement
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