Faculty Research Analyst, Mack Institute for Innovation Management, Wharton

$43,919 - $55,000/Yr

Acord Solutions Group - Philadelphia, PA

Full-time - Entry Level

Philadelphia, PA

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Faculty Research Analyst position at the Mack Institute for Innovation Management, Wharton, University of Pennsylvania, is designed for early-career professionals passionate about social science research. The role involves supporting research in economics, particularly in energy, environment, and development, while providing opportunities for personal and professional development. The successful candidate will work closely with faculty members, gain valuable research experience, and potentially co-author academic papers, preparing them for future graduate programs or careers in related fields.

Responsibilities

• Performing a variety of statistical and econometric analyses
• Cleaning and analyzing data
• Writing research reports
• Conducting background research and literature reviews
• Identifying and obtaining secondary data
• Coding survey questionnaires
• Managing field activities

Requirements

• BA/BS in Economics, Statistics, or a related quantitative discipline
• Previous experience as a research analyst or conducting independent research using statistical software such as STATA or R is preferred
• Ability to analyze data and write reports
• Self-directed, intrinsically motivated
• Capacity to manage work independently and organize workflows across multiple projects

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with econometric modeling
• Familiarity with energy economics

Benefits

• Adoption assistance
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Retirement plan