Office of Undergraduate Research Spring 2019 Workshops

econug@illinois.edu (Econ Undergraduate Studies) — Fri, 11 Jan 2019 11:15:00 CST

The Office of Undergraduate Research announces its Spring 2019 calendar for the Getting Started in Research, Value of Undergraduate Research, and Proposal Writing for Undergraduate Researchers workshops. Information for each workshop including how students can register can be found below:

The Value of Undergraduate Research Workshop (VURW) - January 18, 2019
During this workshop, we will discuss the importance (i.e. the personal and professional benefits) of conducting research as an undergraduate student at the University of Illinois. Students will leave the workshop with (1) a better understanding of how to deal with problems faced when getting started in research, and (2) an idea of how undergraduate research can benefit them both personally and in their future careers.
Participation is by advanced registration only; there are limited spots available. Details and registration link can be found at: http://undergradresearch.illinois.edu/programs/workshops.html

Getting Started in Undergraduate Research Workshop (GSIRW) - Multiple Dates Available
During this workshop, we will discuss the various forms of undergraduate research that take place on campus, guide students to develop a plan of action to locate research opportunities on campus, and discuss ways to contact faculty research mentors. Students will leave the workshop with (1) a better understanding of undergraduate research and how it takes place on our campus, (2) increased confidence to contact faculty research mentors, and (3) a list of faculty mentors to contact.
Participation is by advanced registration only; there are limited spots available. We have several date offerings available, students only should register for one date.
Details and registration link can be found at: http://undergradresearch.illinois.edu/programs/workshops.html

Proposal Writing for Undergraduate Research Workshop (PWRW) - Multiple Dates Available
During this workshop, we will discuss the fundamentals of proposal writing, guiding students to formulate successful research projects and explain their research in a concise and compelling manner that is understandable to a general audience. Students will leave the workshop with (1) basic knowledge about research proposals and their structure, (2) tactics and tools to write successful research statements, and (3) a list of resources for assistance in the writing process.
This workshop is a collaboration between the Office of Undergraduate Research and The Writers Workshop. We have several date offerings available, students only should register for one date.
Details and registration link can be found at: http://undergradresearch.illinois.edu/programs/workshops.html

OFFICE OF UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH
5th Floor, 807 S. Wright Street, M/C 317
Champaign, Illinois 61820
Office phone: (217) 300-5453
www.undergradresearch.illinois.edu

Econ Research Assistant Opportunity from Professor Ziyi Qiu

econug@illinois.edu (Econ Undergraduate Studies) — Fri, 11 Jan 2019 11:00:00 CST

Professor Ziyi Qiu is seeing an economics undergraduate research assistant. Please see her posting below:

I am seeking one or two research assistants to work on various projects on antitrust topics. The tasks shall include computation, literature review, data analysis and charts and tables preparation.

The position is ideal for individuals with a solid background in data analysis and can perform at least one of the major softwares: Stata, R, Matlab, SAS, Python.

Applications will be evaluated on a rolling basis, so candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Students will be paid an hourly rate, commiserate with experience and competitive with other undergraduate research positions. Students must be eligible to work on-campus. The appointment is expected to last until the end of this semester and possibly extend into the summer.

If interested, please send an email to ziyiqiu@illinois.edu with your CV/Resume and cover letter. Please do explain whether you have past experience in data analysis and your level of confidence in any software listed above.

Econ Undergraduate Research Opportunities

Office of Undergraduate Research Spring 2019 Workshops

Econ Research Assistant Opportunity from Professor Ziyi Qiu