Program Assistant

UNM's
Bureau of Business & Economic Research (BBER) is currently looking for a graduate or undergraduate research assistant to join our research team for
upcoming projects. These projects include research on the film industry, arts
and cultural economics, internet access, economic impact analyses and a variety
of other projects dealing with issues important to New Mexico. Employment with
BBER provides an outstanding opportunity to develop a wide range of research
skills and to work closely with communities across New Mexico.

Under general supervision of the Director or staff, student research
assistant(s) will participate in socio-economic research projects for BBER.
Responsibilities may include the following:

-Create, maintain and update socio-economic databases
from primary and secondary sources
-Prepare tables and charts for research projects and
presentations
-Collect information and data from a variety of sources,
including internet and library searches.
-Develop and conduct telephone interviews and surveys.
-Compile and analyze information.
-Conduct literature reviews.
-Assist in preparation of documents for clients and
publication.

Employment
is for fall & spring semesters (to 20 hours/week) and summer (up to 40
hours/week). Pay rate is $13-16 per hour, depending on experience.

PREFERRED:
-Proficiency in Excel, MS Word, various databases.
-Satisfactory academic progress is expected, preferably with a focus in Sociology, Economics, or Community & Regional Planning.
-Comfort and ability to work independently.

Only applications submitted through
the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job
advertisement on a 3rd party site, please
visit UNMJobs to submit an application.

The University of New Mexico has implemented a mandatory COVID-19 vaccine requirement for UNM students and employees. For detailed information, visit https://bringbackthepack.unm.edu/vaccine/vaccine-requirement.html

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.