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    "description": "<p><span style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-weight: bold\">About Us:</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\"><a href=\"https://www.goodbusinesslab.org/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Good Business Lab</a> is an independent, non-profit labor innovation company. We use rigorous academic research to prove that worker well-being programs have business impacts. We develop market-ready, scalable interventions that benefit both workers and businesses. Our goal is to disrupt the traditional notion of business and show that worker well-being can be a good business practice.<br></span></p>\n<p><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">The founders of the lab are Ach Adhvaryu - Professor of Economics and Director of 21st Century India Center at the School of Global Policy and Strategy, UC San Diego (<a href=\"http://www.achadhvaryu.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">www.achadhvaryu.com</a>), Anant Ahuja-head of Organization Development at Shahi Exports Pvt. Ltd., and Anant Nyshadham- Assistant Professor of Business Economics and Public Policy at the University of Michigan (<a href=\"http://www.anantnyshadham.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">www.anantnyshadham.com</a>).</span></p>\n<p><br><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\"><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">Role: </span>Research Associate LatAm (Full-time)</span><br><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\"><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">Location:</span> Remote in Colombia</span><br><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\"><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">Start Date:</span> May 2026</span><br><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\"><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">Salary:</span> COP $4'500.000 monthly</span><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\"><br></span><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\"><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">About this position</span></span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">We are seeking an analytically driven and proactive Research Associate with advanced proficiency in R and STATA to bridge the gap between rigorous academic research and real-world business impact. In this role, you will provide critical support in processing and managing large-scale datasets while developing automated workflows and conducting econometric analyses to drive strategic decision-making. Working alongside leading scholars Anant Nyshadham (University of Michigan) and Achyuta Adhvaryu (UC San Diego), you will play a key role in designing research studies and generating evidence-based insights to help organizations improve performance while strengthening workers wellbeing.</span><br><br></p>\n<p><br><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">At Good Business Lab (GBL), you will thrive in an evidence-based ecosystem, applying cutting-edge methods to address complex challenges in worker well-being alongside a multidisciplinary team of economists and labor industry experts. This role offers the unique opportunity to contribute to high-level communication outputs, such as academic papers, policy briefs, and presentations, translating intricate data findings into actionable knowledge for global stakeholders. This is an exceptional opportunity for a bilingual (English C1/Spanish) professional passionate about development economics and impact evaluations to join a multicultural team. If you are a highly organized researcher who enjoys working independently on innovative projects that prove worker well-being is a measurable business advantage, we would love to hear from you.</span><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\"><br></span><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\"><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">Who are you?</span></span></p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Academic &amp; Technical Foundation</span>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Education: Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Statistics, or a related quantitative field. A Master’s degree (in progress or completed) in Economics is strongly preferred.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Technical Stack: Advanced proficiency in R and STATA is required (Python is a plus). You must have a proven track record of managing large-scale longitudinal or administrative datasets.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Methodological Rigor: Expert in causal inference, econometric modeling, and impact evaluation, including the design and analysis of RCTs and quasi-experimental studies.</span></li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Domain Expertise</span>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Background: Experience in Industrial Organization or Development Economics—specifically regarding labor markets and Colombian education/vocational systems—is highly valued.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Contextual Knowledge: Familiarity with the GEIH and other national information systems is a plus.</span></li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Professional Profile</span>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Communication: Bilingual (English C1 / Spanish) with the ability to translate complex data into high-quality technical documentation and actionable reports.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Execution: A proactive, independent researcher who excels in multidisciplinary teams. You balance sharp attention to detail with the ability to manage complex workflows under strict timelines.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Mindset: You prioritize methodological integrity and ethical standards (including AI use), demonstrating a continuous drive to master new technical concepts.</span></li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<p><br><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-weight: bold\">What will you do?</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">As a Research Associate, you will bridge the gap between rigorous data science and real-world policy impact. Working alongside academic researchers and implementation teams, your role spans the entire research lifecycle: </span><br></p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Research Design &amp; Advanced Analysis</span>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Contribute to the design, implementation, and analysis of experimental and quasi-experimental projects.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Apply sophisticated econometric modeling to address complex questions in development economics and industrial organization.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Contribute innovative methodological improvements to enhance the rigor of GBL’s research portfolio.</span></li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Data Engineering &amp; Integrity</span>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Architect automated, reproducible workflows in R and STATA for data cleaning, variable generation, and anomaly detection.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Perform comprehensive technical audits and diagnostic checks to ensure the absolute reliability of large-scale datasets.</span></li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Operational Monitoring &amp; Fieldwork Support</span>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Develop structured tracking systems and real-time dashboards (utilizing Excel) to monitor fieldwork progress and survey quality.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Create technical outputs that allow the implementation team to make agile, data-driven adjustments during data collection.</span></li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Synthesis &amp; Stakeholder Engagement</span>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Translate complex statistical outputs into clear, actionable insights for diverse audiences.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Support academic papers, policy briefs, and technical reports.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Present findings to global stakeholders, ensuring that rigorous evidence is accessible and persuasive.</span></li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\"><br></span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\"><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">Perks of working with us</span></span></p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Be part of projects that have a real-world impact while collaborating with renowned academics from Harvard, Michigan, and UC San Diego.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Work in a collaborative, mission-driven culture focused on improving worker well-being and advancing research in development economics.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge tools and methodologies in applied economics, big data, and machine learning.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Contribute to research that combines academic rigor with practical application to make meaningful social change.</span></li>\n</ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\"><br></span><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-weight: bold\">Th<span style=\"font-weight: bold\">e process typically includes:</span></span><br></p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Initial CV Screening: A review of your background and technical alignment with the role.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Phone Screening: A brief conversation to discuss your experience, motivations, and expectations.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Technical Assessment: A practical test designed to evaluate your proficiency in R, STATA, and data management.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">First Round of Interviews: A deeper dive into your technical expertise and problem-solving approach.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Second Round of Interviews: A discussion focused on project fit, collaboration, and strategic alignment with GBL’s mission.</span></li>\n</ul>\n<p><em><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Please note: Depending on the candidate pool, we may include additional interview rounds to ensure a well-informed and thoughtful hiring decision.</span></em><br></p>\n<p><br><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-weight: bold\"><span style=\"color: rgb(34, 34, 34)\">Our commitment to diversity:</span></span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\"><span style=\"color: rgb(34, 34, 34)\">GBL is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, physical disability, or length of time spent unemployed. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We offer traditional monetary workplace benefits such as insurance and travel allowance. We are a young and growing company making us the ideal ground for team members to experiment, take on dynamic roles, and grow with us. We focus on happiness, output, and quality of work.</span><span style=\"color: rgb(34, 34, 34)\"><br></span><span style=\"color: rgb(34, 34, 34)\">If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know during the recruiting process.</span></span></p>\n<p><br></p>\n<p><em><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\"><span style=\"color: rgb(34, 34, 34)\"><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">Note</span>: By clicking on the 'apply for this job' button, you confirm that you understand and accept GBL’s<a href=\"https://www.goodbusinesslab.org/privacy-policy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"> Privacy Policy</a>. You also understand that GBL has zero-tolerance against sexual harassment/ exploitation /abuse/misconduct (\"SEA\"). You confirm and declare that you have never been convicted by any court of law and/or you have never been subjected to any sanctions or inquiry or proceedings (be it disciplinary, administrative, civil, or criminal) arising from an investigation in relation to sexual harassment/abuse/misconduct or left employment pending investigation and refused to cooperate in such an investigation.</span></span></em></p>",
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