Research Associate

About the position

The Economics Department of Ashoka University has set up the Centre for Economic Data and Analysis (CEDA), with the primary aim of facilitating informed debate about economic and social developments. CEDA is currently working on a portfolio of research focused on gender and employment in India. We are seeking to hire a research associate for one project in this portfolio. The work will involve analyzing a field intervention to increase women’s employment. The work also involves analysing secondary and real time data. This is an excellent opportunity for those interested in developing skills in cleaning and analyzing big data, undertaking empirical research work using experimental and non-experimental econometric methods. This is particularly suited for those aiming to apply for a Ph.D. in the future. 

The RA will work with Dr Ashwini Deshpande and Dr Kanika Mahajan and a team of other researchers.

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Data cleaning
• Analyzing secondary datasets and undertaking econometric analyses
• Conducting literature search
• Contributing actively to the project and providing regular updates
• Survey conceptualization and coding
• Coordinating with survey agencies, training the surveyors and conducting pilots where required
• Coordinating with implementation partners and ensuring timely and seamless communication across various teams
• Implementing experimental and quasi-experimental designs and analyzing the data

Desired qualifications

• M.A./M.Sc/M.Tech (Economics, Statistics, Public Policy, Data science) or B.Tech (Statistics, data science), B.A./B.Sc. (4-year degree in Economics, Statistics, Public Policy, Data science) with research experience (and relevant skills)
• Software Skills: Primary - STATA ; Secondary: Python, Latex
• Knowledge of softwares like SurveCTO and Qualtrics, web scraping data will be an advantage
• Excellent analytical and communication skills
• Self-motivation to learn and pick up new skills if required, and being conscientious and having excellent work ethics to ensure that deliverables are timely undertaken

We offer a competitive salary, a highly dynamic work environment, the opportunity to gain research training, as well as the potential to better understand the landscape of female employment and economic empowerment. We are committed to equal opportunities in the workplace through diversity and inclusion.

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