About the role#
This position supports a research project evaluating the causal effects of organ transplantation. The study focuses on health outcomes, healthcare utilization, and labor supply for recipients and donors. It also investigates how public trust impacts deceased organ donation and how organ supply changes affect individuals on transplant waitlists. The goal is to quantify the economic returns to transplantation and provide evidence for future policy decisions.
What you'll do#
- Visit the data registry center at Seoul National University to access and merge restricted datasets.
- Perform statistical and quantitative analyses using Stata, SAS, and SQL, including data merging, variable construction, and regression-based analysis.
- Conduct literature reviews on organ transplantation, healthcare utilization, and policy in South Korea.
- Prepare research outputs such as tables, figures, and documentation while following data security and non-disclosure requirements.
- Attend biweekly research meetings to provide progress updates and assist with general project coordination.
What you'll need#
- You must be a PhD student in Economics at Seoul National University.
Location & details#
- This is a remote position based in East Lansing, Michigan.
- The role is full-time and paid.
- Employment is on a rolling basis.
About Michigan State University
Michigan State University is a public university located in East Lansing. It offers more than 400 academic programs across various fields including engineering, medicine, and law. The institution operates as an educational organization with a staff of over 10,000 employees. It maintains a focus on research and academic instruction.
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