Research Assistant – Market Shaping Accelerator
Quick answer
Center for Global Development is hiring a full-time Research Assistant in Washington, DC to support market-shaping proposals addressing climate change, global health, and other global challenges, with a salary range of $54,500 - $60,000.
- Role
- Research Assistant – Market Shaping Accelerator
- Organization
- Center for Global Development
- Location
- Washington, DC
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Entry
- Compensation
- $54,500 - $60,000
- Category
- Research & Evaluation
The role
The Center for Global Development (CGD) is seeking a Research Assistant to support the development and adoption of high-impact market-shaping proposals designed to incentivize innovations addressing climate change, global health, and other global challenges. The position is based in Washington, DC and is full-time, on-site.
What you'll do
- Economic appraisal and quantitative modeling of market-shaping proposals
- Benefit-cost analysis and cost-effectiveness analysis
- Microeconomic modeling and related quantitative analysis
- Policy and sector analysis related to climate change, global health, and pandemic preparedness
- Writing and revising drafts for policymakers and economists
- Desk research to identify promising candidate problems for market-shaping interventions
What it takes
- Bachelor’s degree in economics or a related field
- Strong quantitative skills and experience with empirical research methods and/or microeconomic modeling
- Programming experience in at least one relevant language
- Excellent analytical and critical-thinking skills
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects and stay organized in a fast-moving research environment
What you'll bring
How we treat you
CGD’s benefits package
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Washington, DC, and is on-site.
What is the salary range?
The salary range is $54,500 - $60,000.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in economics or a related field, strong quantitative skills, programming experience, and excellent analytical and communication skills.
How do I apply?
Applications should include a resume/CV, cover letter, writing sample, transcripts, and professional references contact information. The closing date is October 15, 2023, at 11:59 pm ET.
Is the position remote?
The position is in-office with all staff required to be in the office at least three days per week.
How to apply
Apply directly on Center for Global Development's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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