Senior Research Associate (Remote)
Public Wise
St. Petersburg, FL
Temporary
Research
Posted on November 18, 2021
We are looking to hire a Senior Research Associate to help us enact a bold research agenda focused on better understanding current and historical barriers to democratic access and best practices for eliminating those barriers. They will participate in the daily research activities of the organization with encouragement and opportunity to participate in shaping the direction of future research. This role reports directly to the Deputy Director of Research under the leadership of the Director of Research.
Scope of Work
- Data cleaning, coding, and analysis for ongoing research projects.
- Create clear data visualizations and presentations.
- Aid in drafting papers and memos for public and scholarly consumption.
- Manage the day-to-day logistics of ongoing research projects.
- Propose ideas for new research.
- There will be opportunities for pursuing a personal research agenda insofar as it furthers the mission of the organization.
- Opportunity for co-authoring scholarly work for submission to peer-reviewed publications.
- Other duties as directed by the Deputy Director of Research.
Requirements:
- Skilled in the use of R and Stata for data cleaning, coding, and analysis.
- Proven experience with quantitative data analysis, including the ability to create and run models and interpret results.
- Proficient in data visualization.
- GIS/mapping skills are a plus, but not required.
- A demonstrated ability to learn on the job and a desire to deepen research skills.
- Previous experience working as part of a research team.
- Previous experience managing a research project is a plus.
- Proven ability to effectively communicate research in writing to a general audience.
- Public speaking and presentation skills are a plus.
- Familiarity with intersectional political and cultural issues.
- Master's, or higher, degree in Sociology, Public Policy, Political Science, Data Science, Social Psychology, or other related research field is required.