Job Description
University Overview
The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn’s distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America’s Best Large Employers in 2023.
Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play.
Posted Job Title
Research Assistant Job Profile Title
Temporary Employee - Non-Exempt Job Description Summary
Temporary Employee RA work for Professor Jiang Job Description
The successful candidate will support faculty research in a number of areas. Job responsibilities include data cleaning, data analysis and implementation of statistical and machine learning methods. Perform a variety of statistical and econometric analyses. Review relevant literature as guided by the professor and write research reports. Independent thinking, a thorough understanding of economics and machine learning methods, and self-motivation are highly valued in performing these functions. Must work proficiently in programming language such as R or Python
Job Location - City, State
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Department / School
Wharton School Pay Range
$7.25 - $15.00 Hourly Rate Salary offers are made based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, as well as internal and market factors and grade profile.
Affirmative Action Statement
Penn adheres to a policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.
Penn adheres to a policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.
Special Requirements
Background check may be required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.
Background check may be required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.