The Department of Economics at Brown University invites applications for a one-year pre-doctoral research associate position to begin in Summer 2025. The successful candidate will work closely with and be mentored by Professor Matthew Pecenco. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research utilizing quasi-experimental and experimental methods to estimate the causal impacts of public policies and economic forces on issues such as crime, housing, and general market functioning. Professor Pecenco?s work has been featured in leading academic journals and prominent outlets such as The Economist and the Economic Report of the President.
- Start Date : July 1, 2025
- Duration : One year with the possibility of renewal for one additional year contingent on performance, funding, and need.
- Location : Brown University, Providence, RI
- Responsibilities :
- Conduct data analysis
- Develop presentations
- Contribute to research papers
This position is an excellent stepping stone for candidates considering graduate studies or research-focused careers in economics or related fields. Additionally, the successful candidate may enroll in one credit-bearing undergraduate or graduate course per year with tuition covered by the Department of Economics.
Brown University is especially interested in qualified candidates who can contribute, through their research, teaching, and/or service, to the diversity and excellence of the academic community.
- Bachelor?s degree with a strong quantitative background
- Ability to work independently and take initiative
- Interest in pursuing a research-oriented career in economics
- Strong technical skills, including experience in scientific computing
- Knowledge of statistical programming languages such as R, Stata, or Python (experience with large datasets is preferred)
- Willingness to collaborate and contribute to a team?s research efforts
To apply, please submit the following materials by March 15, 2025:
- Cover letter
- Current CV
- Undergraduate transcript
- (Optional) Writing sample demonstrating scientific or research writing
As an EEO/AA employer, Brown University provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person?s race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law, and caste, which is protected by our University policies.
About Brown University
Located in historic Providence, Rhode Island and founded in 1764, Brown University is the seventh-oldest college in the United States. Brown is an independent, coeducational Ivy League institution comprising undergraduate and graduate programs, plus the Alpert Medical School, School of Engineering, School of Public Health, Executive Master of Healthcare Leadership and the IE Brown Executive MBA.
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