Empirical Research Fellow (Various Academic Depts)
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$25.55 per hour
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Job Description
Department:
Kellogg MEDS and Operations
Institution: Northwestern University – Kellogg School of Management
Location: Evanston, Illinois
Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $25.55 per hour
Salary Grade: NEX/15
Appointment Term: One-year appointment, renewable for a second year based on performance
Position Overview:
The Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University invites applications for an Empirical Research Fellow to collaborate with faculty members and Ph.D. students on empirical and theoretical research projects in economics and related fields. Fellows typically work on multiple projects simultaneously and may contribute to every stage of the research life cycle.
This role is ideal for candidates planning to apply to quantitative Ph.D. programs, particularly in Economics, Finance, or related disciplines, and who are interested in pursuing an academic research career. While a background in Economics is beneficial, candidates with strong technical or quantitative training seeking exposure to economics or finance are strongly encouraged to apply.
Key Responsibilities:
Research Project Execution
Collaborate with multiple faculty members on new and ongoing research projects
Collect, maintain, validate, and document original research datasets
Test datasets for integrity and accuracy
Merge data sources, create new variables, and prepare datasets for analysis
Perform applied statistical analyses on large datasets
Write programs to simulate theoretical models or solve constrained optimization problems
Produce tables, figures, and other research outputs as required
Research Production
Assist with literature reviews and the development of theoretical economic models
Review and provide feedback on research paper drafts
Additional Duties
Perform other responsibilities as assigned
Minimum Qualifications:
Completion of a four-year bachelor’s degree (or higher) from an accredited institution by the employment start date
Strong understanding of applied statistical concepts
Proficiency in at least one statistical programming language (e.g., R, Stata, MATLAB, or SAS )
Strong documentation practices for datasets and program code
Ability to work independently and solve complex problems
Demonstrated long-term interest in research in Economics, Finance, or a related field
Preferred Qualifications: Prior experience as a Research Assistant or conducting independent research
Familiarity with diverse data formats, database structures, and tagging schemas
Experience with scripting or lower-level programming languages such as Python, Bash, Java, or C
Knowledge of theoretical concepts and commonly used datasets in Economics or Finance (preferred but not required)
Northwestern University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:
Competitive health care and retirement plans
Professional development and continuing education opportunities
Work-life balance programs, including flexible work arrangements where possible and support for childcare and eldercare
Additional details are available on Northwestern’s Human Resources website.
Equal Opportunity & Accessibility
Northwestern University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics, including disability and veteran status. Applicants who require accommodations during the application or hiring process may contact the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX Compliance.
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