Faculty Research Analyst, Mack Institute for Innovation Management, Wharton
University of Pennsylvania - Philadelphia, PA
posted 6 months ago
About the position
The Faculty Research Analyst position at the Mack Institute for Innovation Management, Wharton, is designed for early-career professionals who are passionate about social science research, particularly in the fields of economics, energy, environment, and development. The successful candidate will support research conducted by Wharton economics professors Arthur van Benthem and Susanna Berkouwer, contributing to a cohort of predoctoral research fellows within the Department of Business Economics and Public Policy (BEPP). This role is ideal for highly qualified college graduates who are motivated to acquire the research skills, experience, and credentials necessary for applying to a full-time PhD program. The position is expected to last for one to two years, during which the candidate will engage in various research activities, including statistical and econometric analyses, data cleaning and analysis, writing research reports, conducting literature reviews, and managing field activities. The Mack Institute is committed to fostering an environment that supports cutting-edge research and the training of future management scholars. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to learn new technical skills, attend seminars, and take courses, with the potential to become a co-author on academic papers. Mentorship from experienced faculty will be provided, along with encouragement to actively participate in the Wharton research community. This position offers a unique opportunity to develop a strong foundation in economic research and quantitative data analysis, preparing the candidate for future academic or professional pursuits in Economics, Public Policy, or 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 and environmental economics
- Strong communication skills
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits
- Tuition assistance for employees and their dependents
- Generous retirement plans with various investment options
- Substantial time away from work for personal needs
- Long-term care insurance options
- Wellness and work-life resources
- Professional and personal development resources
- Access to university resources and cultural activities
- Discounts and special services for faculty and staff
- Flexible work hours
- Home ownership services for eligible employees
- Adoption assistance reimbursement for qualified expenses
