Social Science Post-Baccalaureate Scholar
Dartmouth College
Hanover, NH
Full-time
Education
Posted on April 6, 2024
Position Details
Position Information
Posting date
02/02/2024
Closing date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Position Number
1128752
Position Title
Social Science Post-Baccalaureate Scholar
Department this Position Reports to
Economics
Hiring Range Minimum
$24.66
Hiring Range Maximum
$30.82
Union Type
Not a Union Position
SEIU Level
Not an SEIU Position
FLSA Status
Non-Exempt
Employment Category
Regular Full Time w/end date
Scheduled Months per Year
12
Scheduled Hours per Week
40
Schedule
M – F, 8am – 5pm, or, as directed by supervisors
Location of Position
Hanover, NH 03755
Remote Work Eligibility?
Hybrid
Is this a term position?
Yes
If yes, length of term in months.
12
Is this a grant funded position?
No
Position Purpose
To collaborate with and independently support faculty with all stages of qualitative and/or quantitative research and in support of pedagogy in the social sciences. Research responsibilities may include (i) programming to construct and validate data, undertake analyses, and estimate quantitative models; (ii) collecting and analyzing archival or ethnographic information, and (iii) communication of qualitative and/or quantitative research in writing, including internal write-ups as well as assistance drafting and editing papers for publication. Pedagogical responsibilities may include serving as a teaching assistant for one course per term.
Description
Support research and teaching in Economics
Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp
Bachelors or equivalent combination of education and experience
Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
Experience
Madeline McKelway
Department Contact Phone Number
540-336-9659
Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title
Madeline McKelway, Assistant Professor of Economics
Department Contact's Phone Number
540-336-9659
Equal Opportunity Employer
Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged.
Background Check
Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job?
Not an essential function
Special Instructions to Applicants
This position is a 12-month term position.
Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy. https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy
Additional Instructions
If short-listed, candidate would be asked to complete a stata test.
Quick Link
https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/72381
Key Accountabilities
Description
Data Collection, Wrangling, and Analysis
20%
Description
Data Visualization
5%
Description
Analysis and Statistical Inference
15%
Description
Communication of Research
30%
Description
Coordination
10%
Description
Teaching Assistance
20%
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Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.
--
Performs other duties as assigned.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
Position Information
Posting date
02/02/2024
Closing date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Position Number
1128752
Position Title
Social Science Post-Baccalaureate Scholar
Department this Position Reports to
Economics
Hiring Range Minimum
$24.66
Hiring Range Maximum
$30.82
Union Type
Not a Union Position
SEIU Level
Not an SEIU Position
FLSA Status
Non-Exempt
Employment Category
Regular Full Time w/end date
Scheduled Months per Year
12
Scheduled Hours per Week
40
Schedule
M – F, 8am – 5pm, or, as directed by supervisors
Location of Position
Hanover, NH 03755
Remote Work Eligibility?
Hybrid
Is this a term position?
Yes
If yes, length of term in months.
12
Is this a grant funded position?
No
Position Purpose
To collaborate with and independently support faculty with all stages of qualitative and/or quantitative research and in support of pedagogy in the social sciences. Research responsibilities may include (i) programming to construct and validate data, undertake analyses, and estimate quantitative models; (ii) collecting and analyzing archival or ethnographic information, and (iii) communication of qualitative and/or quantitative research in writing, including internal write-ups as well as assistance drafting and editing papers for publication. Pedagogical responsibilities may include serving as a teaching assistant for one course per term.
Description
Support research and teaching in Economics
Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp
Bachelors or equivalent combination of education and experience
Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
Experience
- Previous programming experience (in languages such as R, Matlab, Python, or Stata), as gained through past coursework, past independent research, past work experience, or past research experience,
- Previous experience conducting original research, as gained through past coursework, past independent research, past work experience, or past research experience,
- Demonstrated interest and enthusiasm in research in economics,
- Demonstrated ability to work well independently,
- Attention to detail,
- Excellent problem-solving skills,
- Creativity,
- Excellent writing and oral communication skills.
- A strong mathematical background (including multivariate calculus, linear algebra, and higher-level math coursework such as real analysis),
- A long-term interest in pursuing research related to economics,
- An interest in pursuing a PhD in economics.
Madeline McKelway
Department Contact Phone Number
540-336-9659
Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title
Madeline McKelway, Assistant Professor of Economics
Department Contact's Phone Number
540-336-9659
Equal Opportunity Employer
Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged.
Background Check
Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job?
Not an essential function
Special Instructions to Applicants
This position is a 12-month term position.
Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy. https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy
Additional Instructions
If short-listed, candidate would be asked to complete a stata test.
Quick Link
https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/72381
Key Accountabilities
Description
Data Collection, Wrangling, and Analysis
- Collect data via archival research, oral histories, interviews, review of primary source literature, and/or design and implementation of surveys.
- Write data scripts to read in, clean, and analyze datasets including large and sometimes raw or unstructured files.
- Assemble, organize, and clean data in preparation for analysis.
- Undertake analysis, trial-and-error, and cross-validation to ensure consistency and quality in data construction.
20%
Description
Data Visualization
- Prepare appropriate and understandable representations of data such as graphs, charts, tables, and summary statistics.
5%
Description
Analysis and Statistical Inference
- Undertake descriptive and inferential data analyses.
- Identify, troubleshoot, and propose potential solutions to problems that arise in the process of data analysis.
15%
Description
Communication of Research
- Conduct literature reviews and background research for grant proposals and academic papers.
- Summarize data analyses in writing for grant proposals and academic papers.
- Generate detailed documentation and open-access code that other researchers can use to replicate, update, and extend data construction and analysis.
- Assist with drafting and editing papers for publication.
30%
Description
Coordination
- Assist with management of research team, including mentorship of undergraduate students.
- Track and report on project tasks and progress.
- Coordinate and provide feedback to undergraduate research assistants.
10%
Description
Teaching Assistance
- Identifying, reviewing, and organizing curricular content.
- Preparation of classroom materials.
- Participation in the presentation and review of curriculum.
- Assistance in evaluating assignments.
20%
-
--
Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.
--
Performs other duties as assigned.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * How did you learn about this employment opportunity?
- Current Dartmouth employee (Please specify full name below)
- Word of mouth
- Mentioned on social, digital, or print media (e.g. LinkedIn feed, VOX, Valley News, listserv)
- jobs@dartmouth.edu email outreach
- Recruiter (Please specify full name or event below)
- abilityJOBS
- Chronicle of Higher Education
- Glassdoor
- Handshake
- HigherEdJobs
- Indeed
- Inside Higher Ed
- LinkedIn's Job Board
- RecruitMilitary
- Dartmouth's Job Board (searchjobs.dartmouth.edu)
- Other (Please specify below)
- If you would like to add more information to your answer, please specify here:
(Open Ended Question)
Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- Additional Document #1
