Research Support Specialists Semiconductor Research Hub 2 Positions - Brooks School of Public Policy - Brooks Tech Policy Institute

The Opportunity
The Research Support Specialists will contribute to projects that explore vulnerabilities in the semiconductor supply chain assess cybersecurity risks and analyze the strategic impacts of semiconductor technologies on global networks. Additionally these positions will involve conducting network analyses to map the semiconductor industrys material and information flows and collaborating with stakeholders to support resilience in the supply chain. Beyond semiconductor research the individual will also work on other emerging technology projects within BTPI contributing to broader policy analysis and stakeholder engagement efforts across different domains.

Key Responsibilities
These positions require candidates with a solid foundation in conducting research and the ability to use statistical software for data analysis. The Research Support Specialists will be responsible for authoring reports collecting and analyzing data managing grant budgets and preparing research papers for publication. They will also support the principal investigator in the overall planning and preparation of research initiatives assisting in writing grant proposals to secure future funding. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated skills in data analysis research synthesis and report writing and will be committed to contributing to a collaborative research environment. The job responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

Research and Data Analysis 30
Conduct comprehensive data collection and analysis using statistical software (e.g. R or Stata).

Manage the collection preparation verification and analysis of highly complex data.

Determine appropriate statistical methodologies and conduct detailed analysis to support research projects.

Synthesize and interpret research results for contribution to publishable research reports papers and articles.

Report Writing and Publication Preparation 30
Prepare research reports and papers for publication; contribute to publishable research reports papers and articles.

Assist the principal investigator in the overall planning and preparation of research papers articles and reports for publication.

Draft and edit technical sections of research publications ensuring clarity and coherence.

Grant Writing and Management 20

Assist in writing specific areas of grant proposals contributing to the design and development of grant budgets.

Manage grant budgets and financial resources ensuring compliance with university and donor guidelines.

Identify new funding opportunities and assist principal investigator in preparing proposals for future research funding.

Research Support and Coordination 15
Provide complex technical support in writing data management and statistical analysis to support research objectives.

Manage recordkeeping processes and inventories; develop reports on technical operations and ensure compliance with appropriate research protocols (e.g. IACUC IBC IRB).

Coordinate research activities including working with research assistants and other team members to ensure project milestones are met.

Other positionrelated responsibilities 5

Participate in projects with occasional work responsibility falling above or below current classification.

Completion of any universityrequired compliance trainings.

Other position related responsibilities as assigned.

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Required Qualifications

Masters degree and 3 to 5 years of relevant experience or equivalent combination including relevant research experience data collection data analysis and report preparation.
Effective research and data analysis skills with proficiency using statistical software for data analysis (R Stata etc) and ability to manage complex data sets and apply appropriate statistical analyses.
Ability to synthesize and interpret research results for contribution to publishable reports and articles.
Demonstrated experience in preparing research reports contributing to publishable research papers and managing research projects.
Strong technical writing skills with experience in contributing to and drafting grant proposals.
Proactive collaborative and flexible work style with experiences working with students faculty academic and internal and external community partners.
Effective interpersonal communication and presentation skills.

Detailoriented with effective organizational and projectmanagement skills to coordinate multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fastpaced environment.
Computer proficiency using Microsoft Office software administrative and research systems and meeting/ collaboration tools.

Ability to cultivate and develop inclusive and equitable working relationships with students faculty staff and community members.

Preferred Qualifications
Masters degree in a relevant field such as public policy economics data science or related disciplines.

Prior experience working in research support roles at academic or policyfocused institutes.

Familiarity with grant management processes including preparation of proposals and budgets.

Experience in writing and contributing to research publications including journal articles and white papers.

Important Position Details
These are onsite positions located in Ithaca NY and eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. Employees typically perform this role working remotely 1 day per week and inperson 4 days per week.
These are Endowed fulltime 40hours per week and grant funded positions for a oneyear term with the potential for extension contingent upon funding and performance.
Visa sponsorship and/or relocation assistance are not available for these positions.

Application Materials
A cover letter and resume are required for further consideration.

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About the School Institute and Research Hub
The Cornell Jeb E. Brooks School of Public Policy harnesses the Universitys broad disciplinary excellence in public policy along with its innovative teaching research and engagement programs to solve pressing global challenges. The schools prestigious faculty apply an interdisciplinary and problemoriented focus to wideranging public policy issues as they explore how government choices intersect with peoples lives. The schools initial areas of focus are in data science and technology policy; environmental and sustainability policy; health policy; human security; inequality and social policy; the politics and economics of development; and race racism and public policy.

The Brooks Tech Policy Institute (BTPI) is a researchfocused initiative that addresses the intersection of emerging technologies and public policy. BTPI aims to advance thought leadership and foster an inclusive dialogue between scholars policymakers industry and civil society. The Semiconductor Research Hub within BTPI focuses specifically on the role of semiconductor technologies in national security economic resilience and technological advancement providing targeted research policy analysis and stakeholder engagement on these critical issues.

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