Harvard University
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ResearchAssociate,ProjectonIsrael
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“Research Associate, Project on Israel at Harvard University. Skills: Data analysis, Statistical methods, Research. Create database of ventures. Coordinate with partner organizations”
Industry & Context.
Independent decision making; Discretionary judgment
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's degree, Advanced coursework in economics, mathematics, quantitative sciences, or business-related field, Statistical programming, Basic understanding of econometrics, Proficiency in Stata, SAS, R, and/or Python
Nice to Have
Predoctoral RA candidates, PhD studies in the future
What You'll Do.
Create database of ventures
Coordinate with partner organizations
Support running randomized trials
Support partnerships with research institutions
Facilitate collaboration
Coordinate mutual research
Contribute to technical research projects
Collect and analyze data
Work on HBS research agenda
Provide subject-area knowledge
Identify and explore research questions
Manage all deliverables
Exercise independent decision making
Structure assignments
Ensure compliance with regulations
Complete work with general direction
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Partner organizations; Research institutions
Communication Scope
Analysis and interpretation
Process & Methodology
Manage timelines, Manage deliverables
Full Job Description
By working at Harvard University, you join a vibrant community that advances Harvard's world-changing mission in meaningful ways, inspires innovation and collaboration, and builds skills and expertise. We are dedicated to creating a diverse and welcoming environment where everyone can thrive. Why join Harvard University Central Administration? Harvard University's Central Administration (CADM) is a 5,000+ employee organization that supports the university's overall excellence by understanding and serving the needs of its schools, students, faculty, staff, alumni, and surrounding communities. Through dynamic and collaborative partnerships, CADM provides high-quality and efficient services to the schools to help them achieve their goals. Job Summary: Harvard Business School seeks a Research Associate to work in Israel to support a Project on Israel led by Professors Paul Gompers and Raffaella Sadun. Israel is often held up for its entrepreneurship policy worldwide, combining both an active public sector set of policies as well as private sector investment. The successful candidate will have a strong interest in reskilling, innovation, and the startup ecosystem within Israel. The Research Associate works remotely and is based in Israel and reports directly to faculty supervisors and administrative manager in the Research Staff Services office. Ideal predoctoral RA candidates will be comfortable in an environment that requires a high level of independence, intellectual curiosity, and the ability to use discretionary judgment. This is an ideal opportunity for candidates interested in pursuing doctoral studies in the future. Job-Specific Responsibilities: * Create a database of entrepreneurial ventures and reskilling initiatives in Israel. * Coordinate with partner organizations in Israel for access to data and support the running of randomized clinical trials. * Support partnerships with research institutions in Israel and the region, facilitating collaboration, coordina
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