Research Assistant

Position Summary Berklee College of Music invites applications for a remote Student Research Assistant. This position is a joint initiative between the Berklee Division of Music Business/Management and the Berklee Career Center. The selected candidate will conduct data-driven research to evaluate commercial music trends and optimize career development resources. This opportunity is open to qualified students enrolled nationwide.

Primary Responsibilities

• Market Analytics: Conduct qualitative and quantitative research on music industry economics, emerging technologies, and consumer behavior.
• Database Management: Compile, catalog, and maintain structured data regarding industry employers, management firms, and corporate partners.
• Report Synthesization: Author comprehensive briefs, market summaries, and actionable data sets to support faculty and career advisors.
• Strategic Collaboration: Participate in cross-departmental briefings with leadership from both the Career Center and the Music Business division.

Required Qualifications

• Academic Status: Current enrollment in good standing at an accredited U.S. higher education institution.
• Field of Study: Open to students of any college major who have a passion for the changing trends in the modern music industry.
• Autonomy: Proven ability to manage strict project deadlines independently in a remote environment.

Institutional Benefits

• Documented research credentials with a leading global institution for music education.
• Direct professional exposure to Berklee executive staff, faculty, and industry networks.
• Flexible scheduling designed to seamlessly integrate with academic workloads.

Pay: $350.00 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Vision insurance

Work Location: Remote