Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)

Pre-doctoral Research Fellows

The MIT Department of Economics seeks pre-doctoral research fellows to join the research team of Professor Amy Finkelstein. Responsibilities include working with data sets, cleaning and running checks to spot errors, and generally preparing data for analysis; assisting with onboarding new staff and maintaining project documentation; and assisting with literature reviews, new and renewal institutional review board applications, and preparation of academic papers. The position is ideal for someone interested in pursuing a Ph.D. in economics.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree
Two years of research experience (may include research experience gained as an undergraduate)
Strong quantitative background and computer skills, including programming experience
Ability to work independently

Preferred Qualifications:

Research assistant experience
Background in economics

Candidates with strong technical backgrounds looking for more exposure to economics are welcome.

The appointment will begin in the spring or summer of 2025. A two-year commitment is preferred.

Interested candidates may apply online at https://hr.mit.edu/careers. Please reference job number 24344.

Online application should include (in one PDF uploaded to the cover letter or resume field) a cover letter with a brief description of experience as an RA and any independent research; description of familiarity with statistical and computer packages; names of two references and their contact information (one must be someone you have worked for as an RA); current CV; transcript; condensed transcript; written list of classes in economics, mathematics, statistics, or computer science (including course name, date taken, school, and the main textbook(s) used in the course); courses currently taking; and date available to start work. Two references must send letter of recommendation to the attention of Professor Finkelstein at aecabral@mit.edu as soon as possible once application is submitted.

Employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background check.

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Pre-doctoral Research Fellows