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| Full-Time Research Assistant RSCH DATA ANL 2 (006256) UCPath Position ID: TBD_1791 | | |
Position Description History/Status | Approved Date: | 10/31/2024 1:55:34 PM | Date Last Edited: | 10/31/2024 1:55:32 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_1791 | Position Description ID | 216389 | UC Payroll Title: | RSCH DATA ANL 2 (006256) | Business Title: | Full-Time Research Assistant | Personnel Program | Professional and Support Staff (PSS) | Salary Grade: | Grade 21 | Job Code FLSA: | Non-Exempt | Union Code (Collective Bargaining Unit): | 99: Non-Represented (PPSM) | Employee Relations Code: | E: All Others - Not Confidential | Employee Class (Appt Type): | 1 - Staff: Contract | Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) | 1 | SUPERVISION | UCPath Reports to Position Number: | 40752716 | Reports to Payroll Title: | PROJECT POLICY ANL SUPV 2 | UCPath Department Head Position Number: | 40733901 | Department Head Payroll Title: | PROF-AY-B/E/E | | | |
Level of Supervision Received | 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 | Economics professors Dan Benjamin (UCLA), David Cesarini (NYU), Patrick Turley (USC), statistical geneticist Alex Young (UCLA) and their co-authors employ full‐time research assistants at UCLA with start dates during the summer of 2025. We would like to hire students interested in social-science genomics: the identification of genetic variation that is associated with variation in behavior and other social-science-relevant phenotypes. Prior experience is not necessary. Research assistants should have an interest in applying to a quantitative Ph.D. program (e.g., Economics, Statistics, Data Science, Genetics, Sociology) and pursuing an academic research career. The previous research assistants from across Dan Benjamin's Full-Time Research Assistant positions have gone on (in the last seven years) to top PhD programs in Economics and related disciplines at Harvard (4x), MIT, MIT Sloan, Stanford, Yale (2x), UChicago (2x), UChicago Booth, Columbia (2x), NYU (2x), Wharton, Northwestern, UCSD, UMD, and UCSF. Current projects include identifying genetic variants with causal effects on educational attainment and many other traits, creating optimal genetic predictors for a range of traits, and developing new statistical methods. For examples of past research, see the "Research" tab at https://www.danieljbenjamin.com/publications. Research assistants are directly involved in the entire research process, including: • Developing new methods to analyze genetic data • Data analysis in R and Python • Background research and literature reviews for paper writing • Drafting sections of manuscripts for publication • Visualizing data for manuscripts and presentations The budget for this position is $68,800/yr + benefits. To apply, please submit the following (required) documents to ssgacrecruit@gmail.com: (1) A cover letter describing your interest in and qualifications for the position (2) your resume (3) your unofficial (or official) transcript (4) a paper you've written for a course, a research paper, or other writing sample, and (5) names, e-mail addresses, and phone numbers of 3 references (letters not required) | | | |
Department Summary | Economics professors Dan Benjamin (UCLA), David Cesarini (NYU), Patrick Turley (USC), statistical geneticist Alex Young (UCLA) and their co-authors employ full‐time research assistants at UCLA with start dates during the summer of 2025. We would like to hire students interested in social-science genomics: the identification of genetic variation that is associated with variation in behavior and other social-science-relevant phenotypes. Prior experience is not necessary. Research assistants should have an interest in applying to a quantitative Ph.D. program (e.g., Economics, Statistics, Data Science, Genetics, Sociology) and pursuing an academic research career. The previous research assistants from across Dan Benjamin’s Full-Time Research Assistant positions have gone on (in the last seven years) to top PhD programs in Economics and related disciplines at Harvard (4x), MIT, MIT Sloan, Stanford, Yale (2x), UChicago (2x), UChicago Booth, Columbia (2x), NYU (2x), Wharton, Northwestern, UCSD, UMD, and UCSF. |
Key Responsibilities and Essential Functions | Function | Responsibilities | % Time | Data Analysis | Performs advanced econometric analysis using statistical software such as R and Python and stata, as well as specialized software that has been developed for analyzing SNP-level genotypic data (E) Develop new software to implement novel statistical methods that we develop on our team. (E) Recommends statistical techniques for data analysis. (E) Generates graphs, charts or tables to present analysis results and provides interpretation. (E) | 60% | Research Management, Development, & Support | Develops new methods to analyze genetic data. (E) Assists in the design of study protocols. (E) Recommends methods and procedures for data acquisition, management and quality control. (E) Performs background research and literature reviews for experiment/survey design and paper writing (E) | 30% | Documenting Results | Contributes to the writing of research papers, articles, reports and other documentation of study results. (E) | 10% | | | | | |
Other Requirements - Applies to all Positions | • | Performs other duties as assigned. | • | Complies with all policies and standards. | • | Complies with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Principles of Community. | • | 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. | | | |
Educational Requirements | Education Level | Education Details | Required/ Preferred | And/Or | Bachelor's Degree | A bachelor’s degree in economics, statistics, mathematics, computer science, or genetics. | Required | | | | | | | | |
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities | KSAs | Required/ Preferred | Knowledge of one or more of R, Python, or STATA | Required | Strong work ethic and organizational skills | Required | Ability to work independently and with minimal guidance | Required | An interest in genoeconomics | Required | Strong writing skills | Required | Knowledge of Latex | Preferred | Experience with Unix commands | Preferred | Familiarity with various statistical analyses such as OLS, MLE, and PCA | Preferred | | | |
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS AND/OR CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT |
Reporting and Background Check Requirements | 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 - Genomics | | | |
Physical Requirements | The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. | Physical Requirements | Never 0 Hours | Occasional Up to 3 Hours | Frequent 3 to 6 Hours | Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours | Is Essential | Standing/Walking | | X | | | | Sitting | | | X | | X | Bending/Stooping | | 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 | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Environmental Requirements | The environmental requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. | Exposures | Never 0 Hours | Occasional Up to 3 Hours | Frequent 3 to 6 Hours | Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours | Is Essential | Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes | X | | | | | Loud noise levels | X | | | | | Marked changes in humidity or temperature | X | | | | | Microwave/Radiation | X | | | | | Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment | X | | | | | Exposures other | X | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Mental Requirements | The mental requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. | Exposures | Never 0 Hours | Occasional Up to 3 Hours | Frequent 3 to 6 Hours | Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours | Is Essential | 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 | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Blood/Fluid Exposure Risk | The exposure described here is what can be expected of an employee in performing the essential functions of this position. | 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. | | | |
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