Part Time Research Intern
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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
Collaborative Overview
The EvidencetoImpact Collaborative (EIC) is a research center and information hub for the science of using social science we aim to improve the data methods and processes related to research the dissemination of evidence and to understand the impacts of the use of research evidence on societal wellbeing. We leverage our expertise in administrative data program evaluation and researcherpolicymaker relationships for social investment optimization.
The four arms of the EIC include: 1 Data Accelerator 2 Design4Impact Incubator 3 Social Investment Optimizer and 4 Research Translation Platform.
Opportunity
The EIC is looking for two undergraduate research assistants to work on multiple projects. NASDAQ Entrepreneurial Center (NEC) is a nonprofit that offers free expert resources and events to inspire entrepreneurs foster connections and help them in their journey. Penn States projects with the NEC sit between the Data Accelerator and Design4Impact Incubator of the EIC. The objective of this work is to identify improve and ultimately eliminate the barriers that exist for underrepresented entrepreneurs. To achieve this our team engages in multiple efforts including: 1 systematic quantitative and qualitative data collection 2 novel theory and fielddriven data analytics 3 synthesize and translate findings into programs and policy.
Job Description & Details
The undergraduate research assistant position sits under our team of analysts and economists. Main activities include:
- Working closely with data team to build and update the data infrastructure
- Being responsible for extracting and summarizing data from various data sources such as survey and administrative data
- Working independently and collaboratively on projects and academic research as part of the research team
Necessary skills for this position include:
- Currently a student in good standing with a focus on B.S. degree in Statistics Data science Economics or equivalent.
- Higherorder thinking skills (critical thinking observation recording analysis interpretation evaluation complex problem solving etc.
- Programming experience in Python R Stata or equivalent
- Clear communication skills
To apply please send a copy of your resume a cover letter and THREE 3 letters of reference to
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Required Experience:
Intern
Employment Type
Part-Time
