Economics Research Specialist in Globalization

The Department of Economics at Dartmouth College invites applications for an Economics Research Specialist (ERS), at the rank of Post Graduate Research Associate. The ERS will join the Michael G. Fisch 1983 Academic Cluster on Globalization in the areas of globalization and political economy. The ERS will work under the supervision of the faculty members affiliated with the Cluster, including Treb Allen (Economics), Davin Chor (Tuck School of Business), and Yang-Yang Zhou (Government).

Responsibilities include:

• Assisting Globalization Cluster faculty with research, including processing and analyzing large datasets and coding necessary to implement related economic and econometric models.
• Participating in weekly internal and external seminars of the Globalization Cluster.
• Administrative support for Globalization Cluster, including updating the cluster website and helping to coordinate the seminars.

Economics Research Specialists work with department faculty supporting and conducting scholarly research and teaching in anticipation of advancing their skills and experience to prepare for the next stage of their careers. ERSs are expected to contribute to all stages of research, including research design, literature searches, conducting experiments, collecting and analyzing data, and writing reports and papers. ERSs may also have opportunity to contribute in the classroom or in laboratory sections of courses, helping undergraduate students with labs, review sessions, paper editing, and grading certain assignments.

This position is full-time, in-residence at Dartmouth College in Hanover, NH, with start date as early as January 2027. Appointments are typically for a 1-year period with the option of a 1-year extension. The starting annual salary is $60,000.

ERSs who are working in residence in Hanover, NH are eligible for Graduate Special Student status and the ability to take certain Dartmouth courses with the tuition paid by Dartmouth as a working condition fringe benefit. The benefit covers a maximum of 1 course per academic year the ERSs is employed and in residence at Dartmouth.

Dartmouth is committed to academic excellence and encourages the open exchange of ideas within a culture of mutual respect. Dartmouth welcomes people with different backgrounds, life experiences, and perspectives and believes that diversity in all its forms enhances academic excellence. Applicants should address in their application letter how their research, teaching, service, and/or life experiences prepare them to serve Dartmouth's commitment to academic excellence in an environment that is welcoming to all.

• Bachelor's degree in economics or a related field, completed by the start of the appointment, and demonstrated excellence in academic performance.
• Strong statistical/data science background and knowledge of causal inference techniques
• Strong programming skills in R and/or Python
• Familiarity working with AI tools (including Claude code)
• Interest in the social sciences (including topics related to migration, development, aid, and/or conflict)
• The ability to work independently; excellent analytical and critical thinking skills, and strong written and oral communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Research Assistant experience
• Long-term interest in pursuing a Ph.D. in political science, economics, or a related field

This position is eligible for J-1 visa sponsorship for eligible candidates. Employment is contingent on authorization to work in the United States.

1. Application letter that addresses:

• A brief description of your experience as a research assistant and with any independent research (e.g. thesis or other research projects)
• A brief description of your mathematical background.
• A description of your familiarity with various statistical, computer and AI packages (e.g. R, Python, STATA, Claude Code, etc.)
• Any other experiences relevant to the position description
• Date available to start work

2. CV/Resume - Please include:

• Name
• Email and phone/text contact
• Mailing Address
• Current position or academic affiliation
• Date of undergraduate degree (or expected date)
• Academic Concentration(s)

3. Transcript (Unofficial is acceptable)

4. Contact information for 3 professional references. If applicable, please indicate which reference you have worked with as a research assistant

Review of applications will begin October 16, 2026 and will continue until the position is filled. Recommendation letters will be requested only for finalists. For questions about the position, please contact Professor Yang-Yang Zhou: yang-yang.zhou@dartmouth.edu.