Social Science Empirical Research Specialist

The Social Science Empirical Research Specialist works with faculty to support student learning of data research techniques and statistical analysis as used in the Social Sciences. The priority for this position is to provide direct student support and resource development for Social Science faculty and students. The Specialist will also collaborate with the QSR Director to support peer tutoring and develop resources related to statistical analysis and reporting results in student work. This is a two-year position with the possibility for renewal.

This is a nonexempt position with a pay rate of $20.00 - $23.00 per hour.

Responsibilities:

Direct Student Support

• Work directly with students needing substantive support in data research and statistical analysis.
• Assist with in-class statistics labs in the Social Sciences.
• In collaboration with faculty, develop and lead help sessions for classes using statistical software (Stata, R, Excel). Sessions may be held during class time or at an alternative time at the faculty’s discretion.
• Help students at all levels interpret statistical output contextually and assist students with data manipulation and data manipulation strategies.

Resource Development (20%)

• Assist faculty and students with selecting data sets for class assignments and theses, and provide guidance on data set creation when appropriate.
• Develop and assess resources pertaining to data research and statistical analysis (e.g., find/make videos that help students access and use statistical software) in collaboration with faculty.
• Regularly attend industry training on relevant software.
• Oversee and coordinate computing resources of Social Science departments

Collaboration with the QSR Center Director

• Mentor peer tutors and conduct regular tutor training and ongoing professional development for tutors, with a specialized focus on data research and statistical analysis.

Assist faculty with research as time permits

• Bachelor’s degree in a Social Science discipline and working knowledge of statistics.
• Working knowledge of Stata, R, and Excel.
• Experience using Stata in Social Science research.
• Familiarity with other Social Science programs like SPSS, NVivo, and/or MAXQDA preferred.
• Knowledge of economic theory at least at the level of an economics senior concentrator.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Experience working with a variety of large datasets and computer programming experience.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong management and organizational skills.
• Strong teaching skills and a commitment to learning new data analysis skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Ability to work collegially with a broad range of constituents, including diverse student populations and faculty/staff/administrators.
• Demonstrated ability and competence in Macintosh and Windows platforms, Microsoft Office, Google suite. Experience with TutorTrac/TracCloud is a plus.

Please submit cover letter, resume and contact information for three professional references. Consideration of candidates will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Hamilton College is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity employer and is committed to creating an accessible, supportive environment and an educational experience that recognizes diversity in all of its forms and a wide array of cultural experiences  as integral components of academic excellence. Candidates who can contribute to those goals are encouraged to apply and to identify their strengths in these areas.