The Department of Economics at Dartmouth College invites applications for an Economics Research Specialist, at the rank of Post Graduate Research Associate. The ERS will support Professor Heidi Williams with all stages of qualitative and quantitative research related to economics and economic policy.
Economics Research Specialists (ERSs) will work with department faculty supporting and conducting scholarly research and teaching in anticipation of advancing their skills and experience to prepare for the next stage of their careers. ERSs are expected to contribute to all stages of research – including research design, literature searches, conducting experiments, collecting and analyzing data and writing reports and papers. ERSs may also have opportunity to contribute in the classroom or in laboratory sections of courses, helping undergraduate students with labs, review sessions, paper editing and grading certain assignments.
This position is full-time, expected to be non-remote, in-residence for the Department of Economics at Dartmouth College in Hanover, NH, with start date as early as June 2027. Remote positions may be possible. Appointments are typically for a 1-year period with the potential for renewal. Salary is $60,000 annually.
ERSs who are working in residence in Hanover, NH are eligible for Graduate Special Student status and the ability to take certain Dartmouth courses with the tuition paid by Dartmouth as a working condition fringe benefit. The benefit covers a maximum of 1 course per academic year the ERSs is employed and in residence at Dartmouth.
Dartmouth is committed to academic excellence and encourages the open exchange of ideas within a culture of mutual respect. Dartmouth welcomes people with different backgrounds, life experiences, and perspectives and believes that diversity in all its forms enhances academic excellence. Applicants should address in their application letter how their research, teaching, service, and/or life experiences prepare them to serve Dartmouth’s commitment to academic excellence in an environment that is welcoming to all.
This position is eligible for J-1 visa sponsorship for eligible candidates. Employment is contingent on authorization to work in the United States.
Review of applications will be on a rolling basis and will continue until the position is filled. Recommendation letters will be requested only for finalists. For questions about the position, please contact Amy Rossi at amy.j.rossi@dartmouth.edu.
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