Research Associate (Temporary)
UNL Economics Lab

The UNL Economics Lab at the University of Nebraska in Lincoln, Neb., is seeking a skilled, motivated individual for a predoctoral Research Associate. The Research Associate will work closely with associate professor Daniel Tannenbaum, assistant professor Brenden Timpe, and PhD candidate Rebecca Jack on projects studying the relationship between firms, job amenities, and parenthood in the evolution of the gender earnings gap in the United States.

The successful applicant will gain experience working with large-scale, restricted-access datasets and receive mentoring and training from faculty. In addition, the Research Associate will have the opportunity to participate in seminars and other research-oriented activities in the UNL Department of Economics. The position is well-suited to individuals interested in gaining hands-on experience in empirical research in preparation for graduate studies in economics or a closely related field. The University of Nebraska-Lincoln is home to a Federal Statistical Research Data Center (RDC), and upon attainment of Special Sworn Status, the Research Associate will be asked to assist with analysis of restricted-access data through an ongoing project in the RDC environment.

Responsibilities include cleaning and managing large datasets, implementing data collection efforts, analyzing and interpreting data, conducting literature reviews and other background research, actively participating in lab meetings, including interaction with undergraduate research assistants, and drafting project reports and other research documents.

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Please note: Sponsorship will not be offered for this position.

Click on “Apply for this Job.” You will then either create an application or edit your current application that is on file. You will be required to attach your cover letter, resume and list of references as three (3) separate documents in MS Word or PDF format.

Applications will be reviewed beginning October 2024. The position start date is flexible and may begin as early as January 2025. The appointment term is one year. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis. Applicants who are chosen to move forward in the recruitment process will be asked to participate in a Zoom interview and complete a coding exercise.

Brenden Timpe
btimpe@unl.edu