Research Support Associate 2
Research Support Associate 2
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Posting Description
RESEARCH SUPPORT ASSOCIATE 2 (RSA) Political Science to support the research and administrative needs of the Global Diversity Lab at MIT directed by Professor Evan Lieberman; assist with research on topics related to the challenge of governing diverse societies; will compile literature reviews and maintain bibliographic database conduct case studies and write memos; collect clean and analyze data; help design and field online surveys; provide feedback and assistance at all stages of research projects; help to disseminate research findings; conduct research for rapid response / policyrelated short pieces; perform general administrative duties including maintaining lab website organizing lab calendar ordering catering for weekly meetings processing expenses hiring shortterm research assistants providing support for conference and workinggroup planning and other miscellaneous tasks; and participate in weekly lab meetings of approximately four faculty and eight PhD students.
Job Requirements
REQUIRED: High school diploma or its equivalent; and robust communication and organizational skills. PREFERRED: Knowledge of social science research and data collection methods (quantitative and qualitative); robust statistical analysis (Stata or R) and data management (spreadsheets and databases) skills; GIS analysis skills; experience with Latex; interest in the political economy of development; and an undergraduate degree in political science or related social science or policy discipline. Job #249324
This is an ideal position for someone interested in gaining research experience in political science and potentially pursuing graduate study in a social science / policyrelated field.
This is a oneyear position with the possibility of extension to two years.
The anticipated start date is on or around July 1 2025.
This is a hybrid position and the RSA is expected to work in the office 3 days/ week during the academic semester.
Please submit a cover letter writing sample (for example a paper from a college course) two letters of recommendation and an academic transcript as a single PDF.
We will begin reviewing applications on June 1 but will consider applications on a rolling basis.
5/1/2025
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
