Research Project Assistant
Core
Entry-level research project assistant supporting field experiments, study implementation, and administrative operations for the Economics department.
Role type
Entry-level individual contributor research project assistant
Builds
Field experiments, study operations, and research compliance workflows
Domain
Academic Economics research
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
field experiment coordination, study timeline management, budget tracking, vendor and field-site relationship management, IRB compliance, data collection support, inventory management, report preparation, expense reconciliation, data entry
Preferred skills
project management, data management techniques, statistical or survey software proficiency, Microsoft Office and Google Workspace proficiency, SAP/Concur and GEMS familiarity
Technologies
Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, SAP, Concur, GEMS
Responsibilities
Support implementation of field experiments including planning, scheduling, and monitoring study activities; collaborate on field site visits and surveys; ensure compliance with university and IRB policies; prepare reports and presentations for research meetings; assist with data collection, quality maintenance, and entry; track project milestones, budgets, and deliverables; provide administrative support including correspondence, purchasing, and expense reconciliation.
Seniority
Entry-level, early career IC