Assistant Analyst, Penn Wharton Budget Model

Job Description Summary

Wharton School Overview
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The Penn Wharton Budget Model informs policy discussions in Washington, D.C. by producing data-driven, non-normative research on issues at the intersection of business and public policy. To this end, PWBM is seeking an Assistant Analyst to assist with research on a variety of economic and public policy topics, including tax reform, health care and entitlements reform, immigration, education, and the federal budget. Job responsibilities include assisting with research and model development, compiling and maintaining databases, performing econometric and statistical analyses, writing research reports, and providing research-related technical programming support.

Two-year position subject to renewal based on the discretion of faculty director and available funds.

Job Description

DUTIES:

• Under the guidance of PWBM team leader and PWBM's Faculty Director, contribute to research and the development of models for policy and economic analysis in Python and R.
• Utilize programming skills (including Python, R, and SQL) to compile, clean, organize, and maintain datasets; perform econometric and statistical analysis in support of PWBM research projects.
• Analyze data and create tables and charts for PWBM research and publications.
• Contribute to the writing of PWBM publications, such as issue briefs, blog posts, working papers, and model documentation.

QUALIFICATIONS:

A bachelor's degree is required. Field of study (for bachelor's or master's degree) in economics, statistics, finance, mathematics or a related discipline is required. A minimum of 2 years of experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience, is required.

Additional credentials, skill, and qualities:

• Previous experience serving as a research associate/data analyst or pursuing independent research (as an undergraduate or graduate student) is required.
• Proficiency with programming languages, such as Python and R, is required.
• Experience working with microdata or with data from Federal statistical agencies such as the Census Bureau, BLS, and BEA is preferred.
• Strong interest in economics and public policy and aptitude for graduate-level research.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Demonstrated self-starter.

Job Location - City, State

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Application Instructions
Cover letter and resume are required. If you are graduating this academic year or have recently graduated, your resume should include overall GPA, GPA by field(s), a partial list of advanced courses taken in related disciplines listed above, and any computer skills, including coding languages.

Department / School
Wharton School

Pay Range
$61,000.00 - $80,000.00 Annual 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, and in alignment with salary ranges based on external market data for the job's level. Internal organization and peer data at Penn are also considered.