Duke University:

Duke University was created in 1924 through an indenture of trust by James Buchanan Duke. Today, Duke is regarded as one of America’s leading research universities. Located in Durham, North Carolina, Duke is positioned in the heart of the Research Triangle, which is ranked annually as one of the best places in the country to work and live. Duke has more than 15,000 students who study and conduct research in its 10 undergraduate, graduate and professional schools. With about 40,000 employees, Duke is the third largest private employer in North Carolina, and it now has international programs in more than 150 countries.

Education – Bachelor’s or master’s degree in a social science or related field Experience - 3-6 years of research experience since earning a bachelor’s degree

Travel and work authorization (required) –

• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
• Must have the ability to travel internationally for work 3-4 times in the upcoming year.

Technical Skills (required) -

• Familiarity with all research processes and some familiarity with statistics Strong understanding of behavioral science principals
• Ability to speak and write coherently
• Fluent English

Other:

• • Curiosity and a passion for inquiry
  • Self-motivated
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Working knowledge of psychology and behavioral economics
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Productive, timely, and responsible, with organizational and prioritization skills
  • Excellent communication (oral and written)
  • Excellent teamwork and interpersonal skills
  • Experience working in a research environment, including planning and preparation of research materials, data collection, and data analysis
  • Ability to work well in a team environment and build relationships with individuals at all levels
  • Ability to work in changing environments and shift priorities when needed
  • Ability to adjust rapidly to evolving needs of multiple researchers and projects
  • Strong time management skills, work ethic
  • Ability to communicate effectively with people of varied backgrounds
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently, as well as manage multiple collaborations and research projects at once
  • Ability to recognize their own limitations and ask for help when needed
  • Ability to meet strict deadlines and work in a timely manner, keeping researchers up to date with progress on projects

Other (preferred):

• • Led some kind of organization in college
  • Experience with project management
  • Has a hobby

Duke is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.

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