Empirical Research Fellow (Various Academic Depts)

Job ID: 52897 Department: Kellogg MEDS and Operations Institution: Northwestern University – Kellogg School of Management Location: Evanston, Illinois Position Type: Full-Time Salary: $25.55 per hour Salary Grade: NEX/15 Posted: December 11, 2025 Appointment Term: One-year appointment, renewable for a second year based on performance Position Overview The Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University invites applications for an Empirical Research Fellow to collaborate with faculty members and Ph.D. students on empirical and theoretical research projects in economics and related fields. Fellows typically work on multiple projects simultaneously and may contribute to every stage of the research life cycle. Key Responsibilities Research Project Execution Collaborate with multiple faculty members on new and ongoing research projects Collect, maintain, validate, and document original research datasets Test datasets for integrity and accuracy Merge data sources, create new variables, and prepare datasets for analysis Perform applied statistical analyses on large datasets Write programs to simulate theoretical models or solve constrained optimization problems Produce tables, figures, and other research outputs as required Research Production Assist with literature reviews and the development of theoretical economic models Review and provide feedback on research paper drafts Additional Duties Perform other responsibilities as assigned Minimum Qualifications Completion of a four-year bachelor’s degree (or higher) from an accredited institution by the employment start date Strong understanding of applied statistical concepts Proficiency in at least one statistical programming language (e.g., R, Stata, MATLAB, or SAS) Strong documentation practices for datasets and program code Ability to work independently and solve complex problems Demonstrated long-term interest in research in Economics, Finance, or a related field Preferred Qualifications Prior experience as a Research Assistant or conducting independent research Familiarity with diverse data formats, database structures, and tagging schemas Experience with scripting or lower-level programming languages such as Python, Bash, Java, or C Preferred Competencies Knowledge of theoretical concepts and commonly used datasets in Economics or Finance (preferred but not required) Application Materials Cover letter or personal statement outlining academic and career goals, including plans for graduate study and objectives for the fellowship CV or résumé Most recent college transcripts Compensation & Benefits Pay Rate: $25.55 per hour Competitive health care and retirement plans Tuition discounts Professional development and continuing education opportunities Work-life balance programs, including flexible work arrangements where possible and support for childcare and eldercare Additional details are available on Northwestern’s Human Resources website. Equal Opportunity & Accessibility Northwestern University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics, including disability and veteran status. Applicants who require accommodations during the application or hiring process may contact the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX Compliance . #J-18808-Ljbffr Top 2 Percent Scientists