Summer 2023 Metcalf Analytics Research Assistant, UChicago Crime Lab and Education Lab
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UChicago Crime Lab and Education Lab – Analytics Research Assistant
About Your Organization
Who We Are: In cities across the country, people face high rates of gun violence, under-resourced schools, and social harms associated with the criminal justice system -- all of which disproportionately impact people of color. These inequalities have profound consequences on public safety and opportunity. As a society we have failed to address these challenges, in part, because of our lack of understanding of the most effective and cost-effective solutions that can have a real impact on people’s lives. We believe that rigorous research can help. The University of Chicago Crime Lab and Education Lab partner with cities and communities to use data and rigorous research to design, test, and scale programs and policies that enhance public safety, improve educational outcomes, and advance justice. Our mission is to combine world-class data science and research, in partnership with government agencies, to substantially improve the effectiveness of the public sector and achieve impact at scale. To learn more about the Crime Lab and Education Lab, visit https://urbanlabs.uchicago.edu/labs/crime
Job Title and Work Location
Research Assistant (Hybrid Work)
Job Duties and Responsibilities
· Data analysis including data cleaning, merging, and manipulation.
· Statistical analysis and modeling.
· Project Development.
· Data entry, reviewing and cleaning.
· Literature reviews.
· Writing, formatting, and editing reports and works for dissemination.
· Administrative tasks.
Requirements
· Relevant research or coursework experience in basic research concepts and methods strongly preferred.
· Experience with at least one statistical package required, STATA, or R strongly preferred.
· Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite is required.
Competencies
· Interest in and aptitude for developing advanced programming and analytic skills for working with administrative data required.
· Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to synthesize multiple sources required.
· Strong initiative and a resourceful approach to problem-solving and learning are required.
· Ability to work independently and as part of a team required.
· Sound critical thinking skills required.
· Strong attention to detail with superb organization skills required.
· Knowledge of the substantive policy area strongly preferred.
Required Materials
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- References
Class Year Eligibility
First, second and/or third year students are eligible to apply.
Expiration Date
March 13, 2023