Research Associate - Center Retirement Research
Not Disclosed•TemporaryOn-site
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About the Center
Founded in 1863, Boston College is a Jesuit, Catholic university located six miles from downtown Boston. The Center for Retirement Research was established through a grant from the Social Security Administration with a mission to promote research on retirement issues and transmit findings to policy makers, the research community, and the public.
About the Role
The Research Associate serves as a key contributor to the Center's research activities. In this role, you will collaborate directly with the Center Director and senior research staff to advance the organization's mission. Your day-to-day work involves contributing to research papers, producing descriptive statistics, drafting research summaries, and preparing presentations. You will also be responsible for responding to informational queries and assisting in the management of student research assistants.
Hiring Process
Boston College conducts pre-employment background checks as part of the hiring process.
Equal Opportunity
Boston College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected category, including disability and protected veteran status. The University's Notice of Nondiscrimination is available at bc.edu.
Work location
Work model: On-site
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Key Responsibilities
- check_circleDraft research summaries for policy makers and the public
- check_circlePrepare presentations and respond to informational queries
- check_circleAssist in the day-to-day assignments of student research assistants
- check_circleContribute to research papers on retirement issues
- check_circleProduce descriptive statistics for research projects
Requirements
- verifiedBachelor's or master's degree
- verifiedExperience with micro data
- verifiedKnowledge of econometrics
- verifiedExperience with SAS or STATA
- verifiedExperience with Python (preferred)
- verifiedExperience with MATLAB (preferred)
Nice to Have
Experience programming in Python and MATLAB.
Benefits & Perks
check_circleTuition remission for Employeescheck_circleTuition remission for Spouses and Children who meet eligibility requirementscheck_circleGenerous Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurancecheck_circleLow-Cost Life Insurancecheck_circleEligibility for both University-Funded 401k and Employer-Sponsored 403b Retirement Planscheck_circlePaid Holidays Annuallycheck_circleGenerous Sick and Vacation Pay
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Economics, Finance, Retirement Issues, Labor Economics, Health Economics, Econometrics, Sas, Stata, Python, Matlab.
Education: Bachelor's in Economics or Finance; Master's in Economics or Finance.
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Day-to-day, the Research Associate - Center Retirement Research at Boston College Real Estate Club will draft research summaries for policy makers and the public; prepare presentations and respond to informational queries; assist in the day-to-day assignments of student research assistants; and contribute to research papers on retirement issues.
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To qualify for the Research Associate - Center Retirement Research at Boston College Real Estate Club position, applicants should have: Bachelor's or master's degree; Experience with micro data; Knowledge of econometrics; Experience with SAS or STATA; Experience with Python (preferred); and Experience with MATLAB (preferred).
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Educational requirements for this role: Bachelor's in Economics or Finance; and Master's in Economics or Finance.
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Research Associate - Center Retirement Research at Boston College Real Estate Club is part of the scientific & qa job category on Recrutus.
About Boston College Real Estate Club
The Boston College Real Estate Club operates as the official student organization dedicated to the real estate industry at Boston College. Headquartered in Chestnut Hill, MA, the group serves students, alumni, and professionals seeking to deepen their knowledge of property markets, investment strategies, and development trends. The club functions as a central hub for networking, education, and career development within the sector.
Members gain access to industry insights through organized events, guest speaker sessions, and workshops designed to bridge academic learning with practical application. The organization facilitates connections between the student body and established real estate firms, fostering mentorship opportunities and professional growth. By maintaining a focus on education and community building, the club supports the next generation of real estate leaders.
Communication and inquiries regarding the club's activities are directed through the official email address provided. This student-led initiative remains committed to providing a structured platform for those interested in pursuing careers in real estate, ensuring participants are well-prepared for the complexities of the modern property landscape.
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