The BSPL seeks a researcher who will develop and deploy surveys in collaboration with private sector partners, has experience with survey research, and a background in psychology or business. The position is to assist in the day-to-day development, deployment, collection, processing, and analysis of survey data about corporate climate action. This position is ideal for someone considering a research career in quantitative social science and interested in applying research to address social problems. This position also includes opportunities to learn and develop research skills and receive professional mentorship (e.g., in preparation for applying to a PhD).
- Assisting in designing and conducting online surveys related to corporate action and policies related to climate change. Support research projects by creating research study materials and scientific protocols, conducting background research, including managing the Qualtrics and data collection.
- Assisting in data management, including cleaning, processing, and storage, and data analysis. Strong data analysis/visualization skills in R are essential.
- Research tasks (literature review, survey design, data collection, data analysis, and research communication) on a project about Carbon Capture and trust.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, Business, or similar quantitative behavioral science
- 2+ years research experience in academic research lab or similar
- Expertise in survey experiments and Qualtrics platform
- Familiarity with R Statistical Software and inferential statistics
- Data analysis and data visualization in R (advanced)
- Strong written communication (can write an analysis white paper)
- Ability to review and summarize academic literature
- General knowledge of social science research methods, statistics, and experimental studies with human subjects
- Self-motivated, highly organized, conscientious, and good team player
Preferred skills / qualifications:
- Master’s Degree in relevant field (any quantitative behavioral science)
- 2+ years research experience in social psychology, business, or related field
- Prior research experience with field partners, including companies, communities, and other stakeholders
- Interest in renewable energy and climate policy
- Research experience on the energy transition (especially related to carbon capture) and academic experience on trust and moral psychology
- Able to work in-person