Rice University
Post-Baccalaureate Fellow (Finance)
To apply, please submit the following materials: (1) one-page cover letter describing your interest in the position, relevant experience (including prior research experience and your familiarity with programming languages), and preferred start date, and (2) resume or curriculum vitae.
Position Summary
The Department of Sociology at Rice University ( http://sociology.rice.edu ) in Houston, TX is hiring a full-time research assistant. The fellow will work with Dr. Elizabeth Roberto, Assistant Professor of Sociology, on projects studying social and spatial inequality using quantitative and computational methods. The position duration is one year, beginning in the summer of 2022, and includes a salary and full benefits.
Launched in 2009, Rice's post-baccalaureate fellowship provides recent bachelor's or master's degree graduates the opportunity to work with a sociology department faculty member in an intensive research and mentoring experience. Designed as a one-year fellowship, this is an excellent opportunity for those interested in attending graduate school in the social sciences or related professional fields after the completion of their fellowship year. In addition to receiving hands-on training in the methods of social science research, fellows benefit by having the opportunity to attend academic talks, obtain recommendations for graduate school, and receive assistance in applying to top graduate programs.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Inquiries may be directed to Prof. Elizabeth Roberto; email: eroberto@rice.edu .
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About Us
Boasting a 300-acre tree-lined campus in Houston, Rice University is ranked among the nation's top 20 universities by U.S. News & World Report. Rice has a 6-to-1 undergraduate student-to-faculty ratio, and a residential college system, which supports students intellectually, emotionally and culturally through social events, intramural sports, student plays, lectures series, courses and student government. Developing close-knit, diverse college communities is a strong campus tradition, which is why Rice is highly ranked for best quality of life and best value among private universities.