Principal Researcher
Becker Friedman Institute for Economics at the University of Chicago (BFI)
Summary
The Principal Researcher collaborates with Baris Ata to enable Prof. Ata's research under his direction. The PR will be a major collaborator on scholarly work, and may be required to present that research at academic conferences.
Job description
Job Summary
The Principal Researcher collaborates with Baris Ata to enable Prof. Ata's research under his direction. The PR will be a major collaborator on scholarly work, and may be required to present that research at academic conferences.
Responsibilities
- Conducts collaborative research with faculty to be presented at academic forums and published in peer-reviewed academic journals.
- Collects data and conducts statistical analysis.
- Conducts literature reviews and performs research.
- Uses subject matter and best practices knowledge to perform lab and/or research-related duties and tasks.
- Works independently to assist with project design.
- Guides data collection, evaluation and analysis.
- Designs and manages databases.
- Writes reports, articles and manuscripts.
- Performs other related work as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field. Work Experience: Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 5-7 years of work experience in a related job discipline.
Preferred Qualifications
Education: ABD status required by start date. PhD by start date in a field relevant to the research being conducted. PhD after one year of employment.
Technical Skills or Knowledge: Proficiency in a programming language such as Python.
Preferred Competencies
- Outstanding verbal and written skills.
- Organizational and attention to detail skills.
- Work independently with little supervision.
- Self-motivated disposition.
- Identify opportunities for improvement and recommend effective changes.
Working Conditions
This position is currently expected to work a minimum three days per week in the office.
Requirements
- College or university degree in a related field
- 5-7 years of work experience in a related job discipline
- Proficiency in a programming language such as Python
- Outstanding verbal and written skills
- Organizational and attention to detail skills
- Ability to work independently with little supervision
- Self-motivated disposition
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Retirement programs
- Paid time off
Company overview
The Becker Friedman Institute for Economics at the University of Chicago (BFI) is a premier economic research institute dedicated to advancing the frontiers of economic knowledge through rigorous research and intellectual exchange. Named after Nobel laureates Gary Becker and Milton Friedman, the institute brings together leading economists from the University of Chicago and around the world to address fundamental economic questions and policy challenges. BFI serves as a hub for cutting-edge research across various economic disciplines, including macroeconomics, microeconomics, behavioral economics, and public policy. The institute organizes conferences, workshops, and seminars that foster collaboration among scholars, policymakers, and practitioners. Through its research initiatives and educational programs, BFI contributes significantly to economic theory and evidence-based policy analysis, maintaining the University of Chicago's distinguished tradition of economic scholarship while addressing contemporary economic issues facing society.