LEO Pre-Doc
LEO is looking for a Pre-Doc who desires to be part of solving one of the most critical issues our nation faces today – poverty. The Pre-Doc will support research projects for Melissa Kearney, visiting professor at the University of Notre Dame, and research projects for the Wilson Sheehan Lab for Economic Opportunities (LEO) also at the University of Notre Dame.
Who we are:
The Wilson Sheehan Lab for Economic Opportunities (LEO) at the University of Notre Dame is a research center dedicated to reducing poverty and improving lives in the United States through evidence-based programs and policies.
Who we need:
The Pre-Doc will work closely with Dr. Melissa Kearney and other senior researchers affiliated with LEO to initiate and carry out evaluations, and take significant ownership of projects, from independently coordinating project logistics to data analysis and dissemination of results.
Responsibilities include…
Project Management:
Drive a portfolio of developing and active research projects forward
Work closely with social service agencies to integrate evaluation into their programs’ everyday operations
Act as the lead research assistant to and project manager for Dr. Melissa Kearney on her portfolio of projects focused on economics of the family
Document and describe interventions for research and policy audiences
Liaise between researchers and agency staff, clarifying concerns and handling logistical questions
Assist in the composition of research grant proposals
Carry out IRB procedures for assigned projects
Data Analysis:
Write data sharing agreements
Coordinate data exchanges
Maintain program data on Notre Dame’s secure servers
Analyze data and present results to researchers and agency partners
Dissemination:
Support research teams in writing up results for academic articles
Conduct webinars, draft policy briefs and other materials for LEO audiences
Present results at conferences and other venues as needed
Identify key audiences for population science research produced by the University’s population center
This is a 1-year appointment, renewable for a second term. The ideal candidate is interested in investing 2 years in this role. The appointment serves at the discretion of the Associate Director for Research Operations and the Managing Director of the Wilson Sheehan Lab for Economic Opportunities. This position is located at the University of Notre Dame.
Qualifications
Qualifications:
The ideal candidate is interested in investing 2 years in this role, has strong coding skills, and experience with statistical programming (STATA or R).
Required:
A deep commitment to the mission of both LEO and the University
Undergraduate degree in Economics, Mathematics, or related social science field
Training in econometric and statistical techniques employed in randomized evaluations
Statistical programming experience (STATA, R, SAS)
Highly organized with ability to juggle multiple demands simultaneously
Strong written and oral communication skills
Self-directed, with willingness to take initiative over project tasks and explore potential evaluations
Preferred:
Experience working for economic researchers as a research assistant
Experience working for or with social service providers
Application Instructions
Please submit your cover letter and resume as well as a seperate document with answers to the following questions:
- Are you authorized to work in the United States?
- Will you now or in the next 10 years require visa sponsorship to work at Notre Dame?
- Have you applied to a LEO position in the past?
- Why are you interested in working for LEO?