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Position Information
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Position Title
Research Associate
About this Opportunity
The Center for Business and Economic Research at Ball State University seeks a Research Associate to join our staff. The Center conducts relevant, timely economic and public policy research on a wide range of issues that affect Indiana and beyond. This full-time, professional position offers a supportive, innovative environment with opportunities for continued professional development and conference travel. The Research Associate will conduct original scholarly and policy-related research; collaborate with colleagues and university partners to produce briefs, white papers, and studies; work with an interdisciplinary team on a variety of projects with statewide impact; and mentor graduate and undergraduate students in data collection and research projects.
Inclusive Excellence Statement
At Ball State University, inclusiveness and freedom of expression are a part of our enduring values and inform all of our efforts. We encourage applicants to familiarize themselves with our
Inclusive Excellence Plan to learn more about our commitment and to identify how you might contribute to these efforts.
Benefits and Community
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FLSA
Administrative Exemption
Hrs/Week
40
Length of Assignment
Full-Time At-Will
Position Function
Conduct original scholarly and policy related research and write policy briefs, business briefs and reports in collaboration with the Director, Research Director, other faculty members or staff; supervise student research projects; coordinate data collection, analysis and production for research projects and coordinate the work of graduate assistants and undergraduate students on various research projects; formulate and execute the long-term research and strategic plans of the Center, to include cross-campus collaboration; design and maintain standard operating procedures for data storage, data retrieval and project management structures for the Center for Business and Economic Research (CBER); become familiar with and aid in the collection and organization of significant local, state and national economic data for research projects.
Position is subject to continued availability of funding. The individual hired will have an At Will assignment.
Position is subject to continued availability of funding. The individual hired will have an At Will assignment.
Minimum Education
Bachelor’s degree in economics, agricultural economics, public policy, business management, sociology, urban planning or related discipline.
Minimum Experience
At least one year of work experience with economic analysis, preferably in business, research center or think tank, including graduate student experience.
Minimum Other
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Authorization to work in the US
Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.
Preferred Education
Master’s degree in economics, agricultural economics, public policy, business management or related discipline with an applied microeconomic focus such as state and local public finance, urban and regional economics, labor economics, environmental economics, education economics.
Preferred Experience
Knowledge of SAS or other data management software; knowledge of advanced statistical software such as SAS, STATA, EVIEWS, R. Experience working with large datasets.
Preferred Other
Experience with economic impact studies as well as economic and socioeconomic data analysis.
Pre-Employment Screening
Requires successful completion of a background check and education verification.
Position Title(s) Supervised
Graduate Students, Undergraduate Students.
Required Certifications
EEO Statement
Ball State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.
About Ball State University
Ball State University is located in Muncie, Indiana, on an attractive campus 45 miles northeast of Indianapolis. Approximately 22,000 graduate and undergraduate students enroll in one of eight academic colleges that offer 120 undergraduate programs. We offer more than 140 master’s, doctoral, certificate, and specialist degrees, with many of them ranking among the best in the nation. We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community, our state, and our world.
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Department
Ctr Business & Economic Research:300170
Department Information
The Center for Business and Economic Research at Ball State University conducts relevant, timely research on a wide range of economic issues that affect Indiana and beyond. Frequent topics include regional economics, public finance, manufacturing, health care, human capital, community resiliency, and the rural-urban divide.
The Center is a trusted, nonpartisan resource for government agencies, policymakers, community leaders, journalists, and citizens. In addition to white papers and customized studies, the Center offers regional and industry forecasting, speaking engagements, and accessible tools for data delivery and insights.
The salary range is $60,000-$80,000 for this opportunity based on qualifications. Position is subject to continued availability of funding. The individual hired will have an At Will assignment.
The salary range is $60,000-$80,000 for this opportunity based on qualifications. Position is subject to continued availability of funding. The individual hired will have an At Will assignment.
Department Email or Phone Number
cber@bsu.edu
Duties & Responsibilities
Ranking
1
Job Duty
Engage in external negotiations with research clients and sponsors, identify research strategies for empirical research and develop long-term relationships with clients such as state and local agencies, not-for-profit organizations, partner colleges and universities and commercial vendors.
Ranking
2
Job Duty
Research and write policy briefs, business briefs, and reports to be disseminated to the Center’s clients and the general public as appropriate; explain research findings of policy briefs, studies and business briefs to representatives of print, radio and TV media and on social media as appropriate; present research findings to clients and research sponsors and develop internal capacity to improve the Center’s communication of research findings through print and online media.
Ranking
3
Job Duty
Develop research stream in a preferred area or areas that would lead to conference presentations and a publication stream in appropriate academic or practitioner journals, engage in scholarship with colleagues within and outside the university, teach, mentor students, and develop the reputation of BSU as a Research University.
Ranking
4
Job Duty
Develop control features to maintain the integrity and quality of procedures and programs, especially those related to maintenance of large databases, and scheduled data and publication releases.
Ranking
5
Job Duty
Train graduate and undergraduate students to assist in the completion of the foregoing responsibilities.
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6
Job Duty
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
202301248P
Desired Start Date
06/15/2023
Position End Date (if temporary)
Open Date
03/27/2023
Applications Accepted Through Date
05/06/2023
Open Until Filled
No
Information regarding transcripts
The option to upload transcripts is available. Original, official transcripts showing the highest related degree earned is required at the time of hire (even if obtained at BSU). Degree verification will be conducted.
Special Instructions Summary
In the Applicant Documents section of this application, please provide an inclusive excellence statement describing how you would contribute to the development of a diverse and inclusive learning community at Ball State University through your teaching, research, and/or service. Please include examples of your contributions when possible. Word limit 500.
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