Demography & Immigration Research Associate - Hybrid/Remote

Dc-Aapor; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 81,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

Generous leave

Disability and life insurance

401(k) with employer contribution

Flexible telework

37.5-hour workweek

Job summary

Pew Research Center in Washington, DC, is seeking a Research Associate with expertise in U.S. demography and immigration to study the nation’s changing population. The role emphasizes analyzing major data sources and communicating results to reporters, policymakers and the public.

You will manage projects, prepare reports and graphics, and help tell rigorous stories with nonpartisan insights. Bachelor’s degree required; 5–10 years’ research experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred in social sciences or related field.
• 5–10 years of research experience with secondary data analysis.
• Experience with major U.S. demographic data sources and immigration topics.

Responsibilities

• Develop research questions on immigration and race/ethnicity.
• Analyze demographic datasets and interpret findings.
• Write materials for reports, blog posts and presentations.
• Fact-check and ensure accuracy and impartiality.
• Coordinate multiple workflows across teams and timelines.
• Present findings to journalists, policymakers and the public.

Skills

Data analysis

Statistical software

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

STATA

R

SAS

SPSS

Job description

Pew Research Center in Washington, DC, is seeking a Research Associate with expertise in U.S. demography and immigration to study the nation’s changing population. The role emphasizes analyzing major data sources and communicating results to reporters, policymakers and the public.

You will manage projects, prepare reports and graphics, and help tell rigorous stories with nonpartisan insights. Bachelor’s degree required; 5–10 years’ research experience preferred.