Job Description:
An opportunity to join a research team at Northeastern University / DAI Advisory (India, project-dependent) as a Research Associate starting May/June 2026. This is a hands-on role focused on field research in labor markets, gender, and governance in India, with strong mentorship and a track record of placements in top PhD programs.
Details:
• Role: Research Associate
• Organisation: Northeastern University / DAI Advisory
• Location: India (project-dependent)
• Start: May/June 2026
• Duration: 1–2 years
Key Responsibilities:
• Research design, data collection & analysis
• Field operations and government partner engagement
• Supporting AMIE (mentoring initiative for economists worldwide)
Eligibility & Requirements:
• Master’s in Economics, Public Policy, or related field
• Proficiency in Stata, R, or Python
• Strong Hindi & English communication skills
• Willingness to travel within India
• Authorized to work in India (Citizens, PIO/OCI)
Ideal Candidate:
• Exceptionally organized, meticulous, and hardworking
• High attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
• Strong drive to produce high-quality work
Application Process:
• Email: jobs@daiadvisory.in
• Subject: RA Application_Prakash_[Your Name]
• CC: n.prakash@northeastern.edu, vagisha.pandey@daiadvisory.in
Deadline:
• April 30, 2026
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