Pre-Doctoral Research Associate: Strategy

4 weeks ago

Singapore INSEAD Full time
Roles & Responsibilities

We are looking for a full-time pre-doctoral student to work as a Research Associate on INSEAD’s Singapore campus. This position is ideal for recent Master’s graduates looking to develop their research skills, with a view of applying to a PhD program. We are looking for someone who is good at managing data and in particular using software packages such as Stata, Python, and R. Ideally, they would also have experience working on a research project in the social sciences. The Research Associate core mission is to assist the school’s Strategy faculty in conducting research.


The Strategy Area at INSEAD is a global thought leader in studying the drivers of superior long-term organizational performance. Our research covers key topics such as artificial intelligence, digital transformation, sustainability, corporate social responsibility, innovation, corporate culture, collaboration, and strategic leadership. We investigate how firms tackle challenges like growth constraints, post-merger integration, and shifting business models, and evaluate the effectiveness of their strategies. Our work employs a range of methodologies, including large-scale empirical analyses, field experiments, and qualitative or ethnographic approaches. While diverse in focus, our research shares a common goal: to generate insights that are both academically rigorous and practically relevant, influencing scholarly discourse and guiding real-world strategies to help businesses and leaders succeed in a dynamic global environment.


The position is for one year, with the possibility of renewal at the end of the first year upon evaluation. It is a full-time position.


TASKS:

  • Assist with quantitative research projects in the areas of strategy and management.
  • Extract data from conventional databases (e.g., CRSP, Compustat, etc.) or hand-collect and clean data from company documents for analysis.
  • Manage and clean data using software packages such as Stata, Python, and R. Proficiency in Stata is strongly preferred.
  • Conduct statistical data analysis and assist with the interpretation, write-up, and dissemination of findings.
  • Help with reviews of prior literature.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Economics, Econometrics, Statistics, Finance, or closely related fields, with extensive prior training in econometrics.
  • Excellent programming skills that can be applied in software packages such as Stata, Python, or R. Proficiency in Stata is strongly preferred.
  • Fluency in written and oral English.
  • Excellent academic record and work ethic
  • Strong interest in conducting empirical research in management and economics and ambition to pursue a PhD in the future.
  • Previous research experience is a strong plus.

APPLICATION:

To be considered for the position, please submit

1. Curriculum vitae

2. Cover letter describing your research experience, motivation and competencies

3. Writing sample (empirical research paper preferred)

4. Academic Grade Transcript

5. Up to two names and contact details of potential references

Applications and letters of recommendation may be submitted by email to research.talent@insead.edu. Please mention job reference (STRSGP). The review will begin immediately. Applications will be considered until the position is filled.


INSEAD is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive academic community. We consider applicants for employment without regard to factors such as gender, race, sexual orientation, disability or nationality.


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