About the role#
This position supports the research project: Does Real-World Data Inspire Student Research? Evidence from a Quantitative Analysis Course. The study examines how using real-world global health data in quantitative coursework influences student engagement, confidence in data analysis, and interest in research. You will gain hands-on experience across the research process, from literature review and study design to data analysis and communication of findings.
What you'll do#
- Review literature regarding real-world data in teaching, student engagement, and undergraduate research.
- Help develop student surveys using Qualtrics.
- Complete CITI training and assist with the IRB application process.
- Support survey distribution and data collection.
- Clean, organize, and analyze survey responses using R.
- Interpret findings and prepare tables, visualizations, and research presentations.
What you'll need#
- Federal Work Study eligibility (required).
- Interest in economics, economic education, public policy, global health, or applied social science research.
- Ability to work independently after receiving guidance.
- Strong organizational skills, dependability, and attention to detail.
- Familiarity with Excel or Google Sheets.
- Prior experience with R or another statistical program is helpful but not required.
Location & details#
- Location: New York, NY.
- Work modality: On-site.
- Schedule: 5-8 hours per week, to be determined with the supervisor.
- Term: Rolling throughout the 2026-2027 academic year.
About Pace University
Pace University is an educational institution founded in 1906. It operates in the higher education sector with campuses in New York, Pleasantville, and White Plains. The organization employs nearly 4,000 people. It provides academic programs and mentoring to its student body.
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