Empirical Research Fellow (Various Academic Depts)
Northwestern University is seeking an Empirical Research Fellow to collaborate with faculty and PhD students at the Kellogg School of Management on empirical or theoretical economics research projects. The role involves executing research projects, collecting and analyzing data, and assisting with literature reviews and theoretical model development. Responsibilities Work closely with multiple faculty members as a project team member on multiple new or ongoing research projects Collect, maintain, and document original research datasets, and proactively test for data integrity As necessary, merge together data sources, create new variables, and reformat data to prepare it for analysis Assist data analysis by performing applied statistical techniques Write programs to simulate the results from theoretical models and/or solve constrained optimization problems Produce tables, figures, and/or other research outputs as needed Might assist faculty members with literature reviews, development of theoretical economic models, and reviewing drafts of papers Performs other duties as assigned Skills Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor's or higher degree A strong understanding of applied statistical concepts Computer programming skills using at least one commonly used statistical programming language – such as R, Stata, Matlab, and/or SAS Strong habits documenting datasets and program code Demonstrated ability to work independently to solve problems A long-term interest in pursuing research in Economics, Finance, or a related field Prior experience working as a Research Assistant or conducting one's own original research Working knowledge of various data formats, database structures, and tagging schema is preferred Experience working with lower-level or scripting programming languages – such as Python, bash, Java, C, etc Knowledge of theoretical concepts and common datasets used in Economics or Finance is desired, but not required Benefits Meaningful, competitive, high-quality health care plans Retirement benefits Tuition discounts Comprehensive programs and services to help you and your family navigate life’s challenges and opportunities Flexible work arrangements Programs to help you locate and pay for quality, affordable childcare and senior/adult care Employee career development Company Overview Northwestern University is a private research and teaching university that offers academic programs across various fields of study. It is a sub-organization of Northwestern Athletics. It was founded in 1851, and is headquartered in Evanston, Illinois, USA, with a workforce of 5001-10000 employees. Its website is Company H1B Sponsorship Northwestern University has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 261 in 2025, 316 in 2024, 284 in 2023, 283 in 2022, 184 in 2021, 155 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.