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Job Description:The Program on Law and Government (PLG) is seeking several part-time research assistants to support new research on the governance and regulation of emerging frontiers, with a focus on ocean and space law. Both positions will involve legal and policy research, landscape mapping of relevant academic institutions, think tanks, and nonprofit organizations, and supporting the development of scholarly and policy publications.

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The Program on Law and Government is seeking several part-time research assistants to support new research on the governance and regulation of emerging frontiers, with a focus on ocean and space law. RAs will work with Professor Brett and other faculty affiliated with PLG.<table><tbody><tr><th>Classification Title:</th><td>Student Assistant</td></tr><tr><th>Classification Minimum Requirements:</th><td>Current UF Law student</td></tr><tr><th>Job Description:</th><td>The Program on Law and Government (PLG) is seeking several part-time research assistants to support new research on the governance and regulation of emerging frontiers, with a focus on ocean and space law. RAs will work with Professor Brett and other faculty affiliated with PLG.Two RAs will focus primarily on ocean governance, including deep sea mining regulation, offshore energy, and related federal agency activity. The others will focus on space law, including domestic licensing and permitting frameworks, state-level regulatory developments and courts, and the gap between academic space law scholarship and commercial practice. Both positions will involve legal and policy research, landscape mapping of relevant academic institutions, think tanks, and nonprofit organizations, and supporting the development of scholarly and policy publications.Strong candidates will have completed their first year of law school and have an interest in environmental, space, international, or regulatory law. Demonstrated research skills and intellectual curiosity about novel governance problems matter more than prior background in either domain specifically. Both positions can continue into the 2026-2027 academic year for students who are a strong fit, making this an opportunity for sustained engagement with an emerging area of law and policy. Hours over the summer are flexible and this work may be balanced with other employment. </td></tr><tr><th>Expected Salary:</th><td>$14/hour</td></tr><tr><th>Required Qualifications:</th><td>Current UF Law student</td></tr><tr><th>Preferred:</th><td> </td></tr><tr><th>Special Instructions to Applicants:</th><td>In order to be considered, please send your resume, transcript, and a brief paragraph indicating why you are interested in the job to Professor Annie Brett, brett@law.ufl.edu, and Mieke Zylstra, zylstra@law.ufl.edu.This position is open until filled. Application review will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.</td></tr><tr><th>Health Assessment Required:</th><td>No</td></tr></tbody></table>

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Preferred Qualifications:The ideal candidates will possess expertise in one or more of the following areas:Longitudinal data analysis methods such as multilevel modeling, panel data analysis (e.g., two-way fixed effects model), recent developments in DID methods for staggered timing, or CITS.Conducting Monte Carlo simulations using R or Stata. The Postdoctoral Scholars will work with Dr. Wei Li on developing methods and tools for the design and analysis of longitudinal experimental and quasi-experimental studies, conducting Monte Carlo simulations, cleaning and analyzing longitudinal data, presenting findings at academic conferences, and drafting academic papers.

Classification Title:Post-Doctoral AssociateJob Description:The Research and Evaluation Methodology Program at the University of Florida invites applications for two Postdoctoral Scholar positions. The Postdoctoral Scholars will work with Dr. Wei Li on developing methods and tools for the design and analysis of longitudinal experimental and quasi-experimental studies, conducting Monte Carlo simulations, cleaning and analyzing longitudinal data, presenting findings at academic conferences, and drafting academic papers.The ideal candidates should have expertise in designing and analyzing longitudinal studies using multilevel modeling, difference in differences (DID), or comparative interrupted time series (CITS) design, as well as experience with statistical software like Stata or R for simulations and package development. However, candidates with expertise in other areas, such as econometrics, causal inference, experimental and quasi-experimental design and analysis, cost-effectiveness analysis, and missing data are also encouraged to apply.A qualified candidate must hold a doctoral degree or have completed all of the requirements for a doctorate in quantitative research methods, statistics, or a closely related field. Ideally, one candidate would start soon (e.g., Fall 2024 or Spring 2025), while the other would begin in Summer or Fall 2025, with some flexibility in the start dates.This is a 12-month position funded through an NSF CAREER project on the design and analysis of longitudinal experimental and quasi-experimental studies in STEM education. The position is appointed yearly with the potential to be renewed for multiple years. This position is a time-limited position, and continuation of this appointment is contingent upon research needs and satisfactory performance in the position.Expected Salary:Commensurate with experience and expertise.Minimum Requirements:A qualified candidate must hold a doctoral degree or have completed all requirements for a doctorate in quantitative research methods, statistics, or a closely related field prior to commencing the position.Preferred Qualifications:The ideal candidates will possess expertise in one or more of the following areas:Longitudinal data analysis methods such as multilevel modeling, panel data analysis (e.g., two-way fixed effects model), recent developments in DID methods for staggered timing, or CITS.Conducting Monte Carlo simulations using R or Stata.Developing R/Stata packages and/or R Shiny Apps.Cleaning, managing, and analyzing large-scale longitudinal data using Stata, R, or SAS.Causal inference, experimental/quasi-experimental design and analysis.Missing data analysis for longitudinal or multilevel studies.Special Instructions to Applicants:Instructions to Applicants:To apply, please visit <a href="https://jobs.ufl.edu" rel="nofollow">https://jobs.ufl.edu</a> and reference requisition #533741. If you have any questions or require technical assistance, please contact Human Resources at 352-392-2477.Applicants must submit the following materials:A cover letter addressing the required qualifications and your preferred start date.A current CV.Contact information for three references (references will not be contacted until the applicant advances to a later stage of the selection process).One or two examples of scholarly writing (e.g., a dissertation chapter, conference paper, or peer-reviewed journal article).For applicants who prefer to start in Spring 2025 or earlier, the review of applications will begin immediately. For those preferring a Summer or Fall 2025 start, the review will begin on February 3, 2025. The positions will remain open until filled or until two qualified candidates are selected. For inquiries or nominations, please email the Search Committee Chair, Dr. Wei Li, at wei.li@coe.ufl.edu.Health Assessment Required:No

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