Support data analysis using complex household surveys in Stata

Support the management and analysis of data from household surveys

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Overview

Support the management and analysis of data from household surveys

You have:

  • Ph.D. in Economics or related field required.
  • Extensive experience with data management in Stata.
  • Experience in econometric analysis required.

Contract

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High-frequency household surveys were collected during the COVID-19 pandemic to monitor socioeconomic indicators across developing countries. These data will provide inputs to characterize labor market dynamics due to mobility restrictions.

The volunteer will support the management and analysis of data from high-frequency household surveys. The deliverables include a dataset (a repeated cross-section) in Stata (.dta file with .do files) and a report of descriptive statistics using such data, as well as a technical summary comparing the sampling characteristics of the surveys.

Economist with Ph.D. and extensive experience with data management in Stata and econometric analysis.

Potential interview questions

Can you describe your experience with Stata in data management? This question assesses the candidate's familiarity and expertise with Stata, a critical tool for this role. Highlight specific projects where Stata was used, mentioning types of analyses conducted.
What is your approach to conducting econometric analysis? The interviewer wants to understand the candidate's methodology and thought process in analyzing economic data. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you ensure data accuracy and reliability in your analyses? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
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