J-PAL South Asia
**Job Description**
**Position:** Research Associate/Senior Research Associate
**Location:** Chandigarh, India
**Organization:** J-PAL South Asia (Abdul Latif Jameel Poverty Action Lab)
**About the Organization:**
J-PAL is a global research center dedicated to reducing poverty through evidence-based policy-making. J-PAL South Asia, based in India, conducts randomized impact evaluations and works with partners to scale effective programs.
**Position Overview:**
The Research Associate/Senior Research Associate will lead impact evaluations in India, working on cutting-edge development research. The role involves field management, data collection, analysis, and project coordination under the supervision of senior researchers.
**Key Responsibilities:**
– Support Principal Investigators (PIs) in refining research design and program interventions.
– Design and implement survey instruments aligned with research objectives.
– Supervise field teams to ensure accurate data collection and compliance with protocols.
– Train field staff on project and data collection protocols.
– Clean, prepare, and analyze data using statistical software like STATA or R.
– Coordinate with stakeholders, manage logistics, and ensure ethical standards in research.
– Document activities, assist in report writing, and stay updated on research developments.
**Skills and Attributes:**
– Strong quantitative and analytical skills.
– Attention to detail for accurate data management.
– Excellent communication skills in English and Hindi.
– Problem-solving, adaptability, and team player qualities.
– Proficiency in STATA and MS Office; familiarity with randomized controlled trials is preferred.
**Desired Qualifications:**
– Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in economics, sociology, public policy, or related fields.
– Experience in development research, preferably in rural India.
– Understanding of socio-economic, gender-related, and cultural issues in India.
– Strong management and organizational skills.
– Native proficiency in Hindi is preferred.
**Application:**
Candidates must have work authorization to work in India.
To apply for this job please visit www.povertyactionlab.org.
