JOE Listings (Job Openings for Economists)
August 1, 2021 - January 31, 2022
StataCorp LLC
Position Title/Short Description
Section: Full-Time Nonacademic
Location: College Station, Texas, UNITED STATES
JEL Classification: C -- Mathematical and Quantitative Methods
Keywords:
Stata
Statistical software
Communications
Full Text of JOE Listing:
StataCorp is interested in statistics and econometrics and in communication of these concepts, as well as in statistical software. We are seeking a person who understands econometrics and has an exceptional ability to explain econometric applications, econometric concepts, and Stata software to applied researchers.
The successful applicant will contribute to Stata documentation and other material related to Stata software. Other materials may include Stata blog posts, FAQs, Stata Press books, training materials, videos, and webinars.
The successful applicant will be encouraged to continually develop a broader knowledge of statistics and econometrics.
Job duties
o Working with econometricians, statisticians, and software developers at StataCorp to produce the Stata documentation
o Editing and writing blog entries, FAQs, and related resources
o Editing, authoring, and coauthoring Stata Press books
o Continually broadening and updating knowledge on econometric practice
o Attending discipline-specific conferences and giving presentations at events such as Stata conferences
Candidate requirements
o A passion for explaining complex technical topics to a broad audience
o Knowledge of applied statistics
o Experience writing course materials, presentations, or articles
o Superb communication skills, including the ability to write and to edit documents in English
o An interest in learning new areas of statistics
o A PhD, master's, or equivalent knowledge and job experience in statistics, econometrics, or another science-related field (the degree is not the requirement; the knowledge and passion are)
Starting salary is commensurate with experience. StataCorp offers an excellent benefits package. Employees work only 4 weekdays, enjoying a great work-life balance.
We are a rapidly growing company, and this position has significant potential for growth in responsibility and compensation upon proven performance.
StataCorp LLC is an Affirmative Action Employer — Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability
Application Requirements:
- External Application Link
- Letters of Reference Instructions Below