Research Assistant in Contemporary ConsumerFinancial Behaviors
URI’s Mental Accounting and Pricing Lab (MAPLAB) is currently accepting applications for one or more paid undergraduate research assistant(s)(RAs) for Summer 2018. The ideal candidate is a motivated undergraduate, ora recent graduate with a keen interest in financial capability, behavioral economics, social psychology, consumer choice, or marketing research. Prior research experience is desirable but not a necessity.
This role supports the research team on a project studying financial capabilityand financial decision makingamong college students. The primary needs are to 1) implement and test survey materials in Qualtrics, 2) develop and implement participant communications materials and processes, 3) analyze and summarize results, and 4) conduct literature review. The RA may also work with Dr. Atlas and the research team on other related research projectssuch as social preferences, impatience, mental accounting, framing, pricing, etc. Some recent lab projects are featured here: http://web.uri.edu/maplab/category/news/
Research experience through this lab provides a good experience for your resume. It offers excellent preparation for graduate school, particularly if you are considering a Ph.D. in business, economics, psychology or a related field. This is also a chance for you to learn the skills as a business analyst. Previous students affiliated with the lab have subsequently:
- Become employed after graduation with Brainjuicer, a top marketing research firm
- Pursued careers in academia (e.g. pursuing graduate study at Carey Business School, Johns Hopkins University; Hanqing Institute, Renmin University of China on Chinese National Scholarship).
- Been featured in the Providence Journal and other media outlets
There is also the possibility for Directed Study Credit(s)or internship credit(s), if you are interested and qualify.
Responsibilities may include:
1. Implement survey materials on financial literacy and consumer financial decisions among young adults (more info on the study here)
2. Design web-based surveys through Qualtrics including programming, developing, testingand implementation of online studies.
3. Participating in MAPLAB meetings, summary meeting memo
4. Collecting, cleaning, coding, and analyzing data, as well as writingup results
5. Develop and implement participant communications materials and process
6. Perform literature reviews and compile citations
7. Other administrative tasks as assigned (i.e. participant paymentsand reimbursements)
8. Help coordinate research projects for the Lab’s researchers
9. Interface with potential grant providers on applied research projects
The candidate must possess managerial and organizational skills, good communication skills, and the ability to manage several concurrent tasks. Must be proficient in Qualtrics and MS Office (Word, Excel, Power Point), and ideally have exposure to at least one statistical programming language (STATA preferred). Must have experiences with designing, developing, and testing on Qualtrics. Must have the ability to learn and adapt quickly, establish priorities, work independently, meet deadlines, and proceed with objectives with minimal supervision. Experience with online research databases (JSTOR, Web of Science, ABI/Inform) are preferred.
This opportunity is for Summer2018, and research assistants must be able to commit at least 10 hours per week from mid-May through August. The location is Ballentine Hall on the Kingston campus. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until all positions are filled, with a final deadline of May 1, 2017.
To apply: Email your 1) your resume or cv 2) a transcript (which can be unofficial), 3) a sample of your best writing and 4) a cover letter discussing your interest, availability during Summer 2018, related experience, and contact information for references, to atlas.studies@gmail.com
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