Research Intern, NITI BIU – Centre for Social and Behaviour Change (CSBC)

Centre for Social and Behaviour Change (CSBC), hosted by Ashoka University, is set up by a grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. The vision of the Centre is to establish an institution in India that is globally reputed for thought leadership and excellence in impactful, evidence-based behaviour change interventions for poor and marginalized populations.

The Centre works in the areas of nutrition, sanitation, maternal health, family planning and financial services. The Centre executes this vision through a mix of (i) behaviour change programmes, in partnership with the Government of India and non-government organizations (ii) foundational research to improve the field’s understanding of poor & marginalized communities, the channels to reach them and the content to engage them and (iii) capability building – bringing latest advances in behavioural science, design thinking, data science & implementation science to design sharper interventions

Reports to Sheral Shah, Senior Research Associate

Overview of the Role
One of BIU’s mandates is to conduct cross-cutting academic research in policy relevant topics such as gender, financial inclusion, climate, health, education, etc. Through research in these fields, the BIU aims to answer pressing questions which may be relevant not only for the academicians and scholars but also to policy making in the country.

The Research Intern will report to Sheral Shah (Senior Research Associate) and work closely with the lead of NITI – BIU, Dr. Shagata Mukherjee. This is an exciting opportunity for anyone interested in development economics and behavioural science looking to develop top-level research and data skills. This is also a great learning opportunity for current or prospective PhD candidates. The successful candidate will work on academic projects across various sectors.

Duration : 3 months with the possibility of extension

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth literature reviews and other secondary research.
• Assist in data cleaning and management.
• Assist in conducting empirical analysis using STATA.
• Assist in drafting reports, creating presentations and other products.
• Provide assistance on other relevant tasks as and when required.

Skills and Qualifications Required

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in economics, development economics, behavioural economics or any other related field.
• Prior experience with literature reviews and empirical research.
• Proficient in managing data and conducting basic statistical analysis on STATA.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-driven and motivated.

Duration
3 months with the possibility of extension, starting ASAP.

Location
The intern can work remotely or out of the BIU office in Delhi. Applicants should be authorised to work in India.

Compensation
Rs. 10,000 per month

How to Apply
Please send your application to careersatcsbc@ashoka.edu. and sheral.shah@ashoka.edu.in.

Your application must include:

• The name of the position you are applying for (in the subject line).
• A one-page cover letter highlighting relevant experience (literature review, empirical analysis, etc.) and a one-page CV. Please combine both documents into one PDF attachment.
• An academic writing sample such as a term paper, dissertation, past research project, etc.
  A mention of where you came across this job opening.

If you were referred by or have already spoken to someone at CSBC, kindly mention their name.

Closing Date
Applicants will be considered on a rolling basis.

We recommend that you apply early as applications will be processed as they are received and the position may be filled before the closing date.

We are an equal opportunity organisation and promote diversity. Women, differently-abled persons, and SC/ST/OBC candidates are especially encouraged to apply.