Impact-Driven Research Assistant - Policy & Evaluation

The Policy and Research Group; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The Policy & Research Group (PRG) invites applications for a Research Assistant who is passionate about improving opportunity and equity through social science research. The assistant will support research and evaluation projects across Education, Workforce, and Public Health as part of a collaborative team.

This is a full-time, exempt position in New Orleans, LA, approximately 40 hours per week. Starting salary is $45,000.

Qualifications

• 0-1 years research experience.
• B.A./B.S. required.
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and computer skills.
• Commitment to PRG's mission to produce rigorous research and evaluation that benefits people.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule; some evening and weekend hours may be required.

Responsibilities

• Project management and scheduling.
• Prepare agendas and take meeting notes.
• Coordinate with external stakeholders.
• Conduct data collection and data entry.
• Format web surveys and other data collection instruments.
• Perform data quality assurance tasks.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Teamwork

Education

B.A./B.S. required

Job description

The Policy & Research Group (PRG) invites applications for a Research Assistant who is passionate about improving opportunity and equity through social science research. The assistant will support research and evaluation projects across Education, Workforce, and Public Health as part of a collaborative team.

This is a full-time, exempt position in New Orleans, LA, approximately 40 hours per week. Starting salary is $45,000.