The Research Program in Development Economics (RPDE) part of the School of Public and International Affairs at Princeton University seeks one experienced Professional Specialist/Research and Policy Manager who will support research and policy activities of senior faculty Pascaline Dupas, Seema Jayachandran, and other affiliated faculty. The center faculty conduct research in economics, with a strong policy focus. Current research interests of the group include health; education; gender inequality and gender-based violence; the environment; and how political and social institutions shape individual behavior.
This is a one-year term, benefits-eligible position with a possibility of renewal.
Primary responsibilities include:
* Making RPDE research accessible for non-technical, policy-oriented audiences. This includes writing research briefs, op-eds, drafting slides decks; it can also involve writing proposals to foundations upstream of the research.
* Researching and writing briefing memos for RPDE faculty on specified topics, i.e., background research
* Mentoring RPDE pre-doctoral fellows
* Conducting scoping exercises to help identify new research opportunities and partnerships
* Creating case studies and other lecture materials as needed for training activities conducted by RPDE faculty
Essential Qualifications:
* Advanced degree (MPA, MPP, JD, or related field.)
* 2+ years’ experience participating in research or demonstrated knowledge in related matters
* Ability to interact and function in a cross-disciplinary academic environment.
* Strong personal initiative (self-motivated and self-directed)
* Excellent research, communication and writing skills
* Proficient in the use of Stata or comparable statistical software for academic research
* High level of emotional intelligence, judgment and strategic agility
Candidates must submit a resume, transcripts, cover letter along with two references with their application for full consideration.
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