Research Assistant

SURVEY WORKER SR (007232)

UCPath Position ID: TBD_941109

Position Description History/Status

Approved Date:

3/11/2026 12:16:28 PM

Date Last Edited:

3/11/2026 12:16:25 PM

Last Action Effective Date:

Organization Details

Business Unit (Location):

LACMP

Organization Code:

1160O

Organization:

ANDERSON SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT

Division Code:

1161D

Division:

MANAGEMENT DIV

Department:

030000 - ANDERSON GRAD SCH OF MANAGEMENT

Position Details

UCPath Position Number:

TBD_941109

Position Description ID

253050

UC Payroll Title:

SURVEY WORKER SR (007232)

Personnel Program

Professional and Support Staff (PSS)

Salary Grade:

STEPS

Job Code FLSA:

Non-Exempt

Union Code (Collective Bargaining Unit):

CX: Clerical & Allied Services

Employee Relations Code:

E: All Others - Not Confidential

Employee Class (Appt Type):

2 - Staff: Career

Full-Time Equivalent (FTE)

1

SUPERVISION

UCPath Reports to Position Number:

40062824

Reports to Payroll Title:

ASST PROF-AY-B/E/E

UCPath Department Head Position Number:

40065647

Department Head Payroll Title:

DEPARTMENT CHAIR

SUPERVISION - Indicates that the incumbent performs a variety of routine duties within established policies and procedures or by referral to the supervisor’s guidelines.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Research Assistant will be working on research projects for UCLA Anderson faculty members for Erica Jiang (Finance) and Terrence Tianshuo Shi (accounting). The research will be in a variety of fields within finance and financial accounting (private capital, banking, information disclosure, innovation and entrepreneurship). For more details on potential research topics, please refer to the personal webpages of Erica Jiang and Terrence Tianshuo Shi.

We are looking for intellectually curious, open-minded students who are eager to learn new methods and ideas. Tasks will involve conducting literature reviews of published papers in various areas of finance and accounting, assisting in the design of empirical research, collecting, or scraping data from webpages and other sources, performing econometric analyses of data using programing languages, and providing regular status updates on the aforementioned tasks. The Research Assistant will exercise independent judgment, take initiative, and appropriately manage deadlines.

Basic analytical and quantitative skills, with some familiarity and proficiency in statistical software and programing languages, like Stata, R, SAS, and/or Python, are required, as is proficiency in oral and written English communication. A Bachelor's degree in a quantitative subject such as Economics, Finance, Accounting, Statistics, Computer Science, or Applied Math is preferred. We particularly encourage applications from candidates with experience in Computer Science, either through coursework or practical applications. Candidates with an intention to proceed to doctoral study in Finance or Accounting are strongly preferred. On site presence is preferred for this position, but remote work can be negotiated on a case-by-case basis.

The Research Assistant will exercise independent judgment and make procedural and research adjustments as needed, take initiative, and appropriately manage deadlines. 

To apply, please be prepared to submit:

1. Cover letter (1–2 pages) describing your background, research interests, programming experience, and your earliest possible start date

2. Curriculum vitae (CV)

3. Transcript(s) for all post-secondary degrees (please include unofficial transcripts for most recent coursework if official transcripts are not available yet)

4. Contact information for 1–3 references who can speak to your academic and research potential

5. (Optional) One writing sample and an optional coding sample (e.g., thesis, term paper, or research project; code repositories may be mentioned in the CV or cover letter)

(Note that the application system may only allow you to submit a cover letter, and we may request additional materials before the interview stage.)

The Research Assistant will be working on research projects for UCLA Anderson faculty members for Erica Jiang (Finance) and Terrence Tianshuo Shi (accounting). The research will be in a variety of fields within finance and financial accounting (private capital, banking, information disclosure, innovation and entrepreneurship). For more details on potential research topics, please refer to the personal webpages of Erica Jiang and Terrence Tianshuo Shi.

We are looking for intellectually curious, open-minded students who are eager to learn new methods and ideas. Tasks will involve conducting literature reviews of published papers in various areas of finance and accounting, assisting in the design of empirical research, collecting, or scraping data from webpages and other sources, performing econometric analyses of data using programing languages, and providing regular status updates on the aforementioned tasks. The Research Assistant will exercise independent judgment, take initiative, and appropriately manage deadlines.

Basic analytical and quantitative skills, with some familiarity and proficiency in statistical software and programing languages, like Stata, R, SAS, and/or Python, are required, as is proficiency in oral and written English communication. A Bachelor's degree in a quantitative subject such as Economics, Finance, Accounting, Statistics, Computer Science, or Applied Math is preferred. We particularly encourage applications from candidates with experience in Computer Science, either through coursework or practical applications. Candidates with an intention to proceed to doctoral study in Finance or Accounting are strongly preferred. On site presence is preferred for this position, but remote work can be negotiated on a case-by-case basis.

The Research Assistant will exercise independent judgment and make procedural and research adjustments as needed, take initiative, and appropriately manage deadlines. 

To apply, please be prepared to submit:

1. Cover letter (1–2 pages) describing your background, research interests, programming experience, and your earliest possible start date

2. Curriculum vitae (CV)

3. Transcript(s) for all post-secondary degrees (please include unofficial transcripts for most recent coursework if official transcripts are not available yet)

4. Contact information for 1–3 references who can speak to your academic and research potential

5. (Optional) One writing sample and an optional coding sample (e.g., thesis, term paper, or research project; code repositories may be mentioned in the CV or cover letter)

(Note that the application system may only allow you to submit a cover letter, and we may request additional materials before the interview stage.)

Research, Management, Development & Support

1. Conduct literature searches and help synthesize/organize the results. Collect and assemble analytical and factual data on identified problems (e.g., through library research, internet research). (E)

2. Conceptualize, prepare, and refine materials for the conduct of studies and accomplishment of identified objectives (includes preparing participant questionnaires). Analyze and review standardized measures and other instruments for the appropriateness of the study. (E)

3. Development and management of study protocols. (E)

4. Provide input and background data for the development of plans for data collection and/or delivery of technical assistance and resources regarding planning, implementing, and evaluating ongoing data collection and participant recruitment. (E)

5. Manage data collection, including: recruiting subject pool members, plan and schedule logistics of different subject pools, order materials (pens, printer ink, other supplies), and oversee and assist data collectors to assure adherence to established research protocol. (E)

6. Conduct and supervise analysis and interpretation of the project data as needed. (E)

7. Coordinate preparation of data displays (charts, graphs, and tables) related to results and findings. (E)

8. Gather, synthesize, and share relevant project information as well as materials and resources with faculty members and their collaborators . (E)

9. Help with preparation of human subjects applications and track ongoing contracts between the project and the Office for the Protection of Research Subjects (OPRS). (E)

10. Assist in the preparation of conference and seminar talks. (E)

70%

Oversee Undergrad Assistants

1. Train, oversee, coordinate, and potentially select undergraduate research assistants.

2. Serve as a liaison between the research assistant and faculty to promote efficacy and cohesiveness between the administrative and programmatic components of the projects.

15%

Administrative Support

1. Manage, process and track the payment of study participants.(E)

2. Responsible for data management.(E)

3. Manage research funds and online spending (Mturk). (E)

15%

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Performs other duties as assigned.

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Complies with all policies and standards.

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Complies with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Principles of Community.

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This position description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of the organization.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's Degree

Bachelor's Degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred

Familiarity with the forms and submission procedures to obtain research approvals from the UCLA Institutional Review Board and Office for the Protection of Research Subjects.

Preferred

Prior research assistant experience.

Preferred

Strong quantitative skills, proficiency in STATA or R

Required

Familiarity with experimental research

Required

Excellent skills in oral and written English communication.

Required

Ability and willingness to work with competing deadlines, meet fixed deadlines, manage multiple assignments, and follow through tasks to completion.

Required

Excellent grades in quantitative coursework (e.g. computer science, math, econ, stats)

Required

Experience with statistical software.

Preferred

Demonstrates programming proficiency and the ability to work in multiple languages, especially in general purpose languages like Python, Julia, and statistical languages like Matlab, R, or Stata.

Required

Background in designing and running field and laboratory experiments

Required

Skilled in performing statistical analyses on large databases

Required

Ability to prepare research protocols and manuscripts for publication

Required

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS AND/OR CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.

LOCATION AND PHYSICAL, ENVIRONMENTAL, MENTAL (PEM) REQUIREMENTS

Environment and Work Location Information

Environment Type:

Non-Clinical Setting

Location Setting:

Campus

Location:

Anderson - Research

Standing/Walking

X

Sitting

X

Bending/Stooping

X

X

Squatting/Kneeling

X

Climbing

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 0-25 lbs

X

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 26-50 lbs

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull over 50 lbs

X

Physical requirements other

X

Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes

X

X

Loud noise levels

X

Marked changes in humidity or temperature

X

Microwave/Radiation

X

X

Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment

X

Exposures other

X

Sustained attention and concentration

X

X

Complex problem solving/reasoning

X

X

Ability to organize & prioritize

X

X

Communication skills

X

X

Numerical skills

X

X

Mental demands other

X

X

Classification 3:  Position in which exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues is not part of the position description. The normal routine task involves no exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues and the employee can decline to perform tasks which involve a perceived risk without retribution.