Research Project Coordinator II (KSAS - Economics)

We are seeking a Research Project Coordinator II who will work closely together with senior faculty and researchers in the design and implementation of research projects in macroeconomics and macro-financial analysis. The Research Project Coordinator II administratively coordinates the research protocol implementation of a single complex study or multiple studies. Will ensure the efficient logistical implementation of the study activities and provide administrative support for all related issues. Specific Duties & Responsibilities * Coordinate all activities of a complex research study or multiple studies to ensure validity of findings. * Work with the Principal Investigator or senior research staff to develop operational plans to meet research goals. * Develop tools and procedures for data collection and study processes. * Collect and organize data per study requirements, e.g. participant interviews, administer questionnaires; conduct background research, laboratory processing, etc. * Ensure adherence to protocols and procedures. * Assist with setup of data collection system and enter and organize data. * Oversee record management for research study. * Oversee budget expenditures for study operations. * Assist in coordinating study meetings. * Participate in study meetings and provide updates on protocol implementation status and make recommendations on operational issues. * Conduct literature searches to provide background information. * Other duties as assigned. In addition to the duties listed above * Contribute to the development, estimation, and maintenance of macro econometric and statistical models for forecasting, nowcasting, and risk assessment. * Construct, update, and manage large-scale macroeconomic and financial datasets. Implement empirical analyses using time-series and panel data methods. * Collaborate on the design and continuous updating of a real-time economic monitoring dashboard. * Prepare statistical analyses, tables, and visualizations, conducting literature reviews. Build and maintain reproducible data pipelines. * Contribute to the drafting and dissemination of research outputs, including academic papers, policy reports, and presentations. Minimum Qualifications * Bachelor’s Degree in related field. * One year of related experience. * Additional education may substitute for required experience and additional related experience may substitute for required education permitted by the JHU equivalency formula beyond a high school diploma/graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula. Preferred Qualifications * Experience in monetary policy analysis, macroeconomic forecasting and nowcasting, and risk analysis, as well as familiarity with professional data platforms such as Bloomberg Terminal and Haver Analytics. * Required: Proficiency in programming languages for data management and econometric analysis, including Phython, R, Stata, SQL, and MATLAB. Technical Skills & Expected Level of Proficiency * Data Management and Analysis - Developing * Information Gathering - Developing * Oral and Written Communications - Developing * Project Coordination - Developing * Project Management - Developing * Regulatory Compliance - Developing * Research and Analytical Skills - Developing * Resource Management - Developing * * * Classified Title: Research Project Coordinator II Job Posting Title (Working Title): Research Project Coordinator II (KSAS - Economics) Role/Level/Range: ACRO37.5/03/CE Starting Salary Range: $19.75 - $27.50 - $35.35 HRLY (Commensurate w/exp.) Employee group: Full Time Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Location: Hybrid/Homewood Campus Department name: Economics Personnel area: School of Arts & Sciences