Race & Ethnicity Survey Researcher

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

401(k) plan

Paid leave

Telework flexibility

Job summary

Pew Research Center is seeking a Research Associate to study race, ethnicity and immigration, translating complex topics into accessible survey questions and rigorous analysis. The role includes developing questionnaires, analyzing survey data, creating charts and communicating results to journalists, policymakers and the public.

The position requires strong project management skills and the ability to manage multiple workflows in a fast-paced environment, reporting to the Associate Director of

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required, advanced degree preferred; degree or training in the social sciences, survey research, statistics, public policy, political science, psychology, demography or a related field is desirable.
• Training or experience in attitudinal or behavioral research related to racial and ethnic groups and/or immigration is required, specialty in U.S. Black population preferred.
• 5-10 years of research experience, including 3-6 years of specialized survey research and analysis experience.
• Demonstrated expertise in survey development, including writing and refining close-ended questionnaire items.
• Strong quantitative skills and experience analyzing survey data using statistical software such as R, SPSS, Stata or similar programs.
• Familiarity with a range of statistical techniques, including multivariate analysis, weighting, subgroup analysis or other methods commonly used in public opinion research.
• Experience managing complex research projects and collaborating with colleagues across research, communications and other functions.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and general office computer skills required.

Responsibilities

• Survey design and questionnaire development: Lead the development, refinement and execution of survey questionnaires, from initial concept through fielding, on topics related to race and ethnicity in the U.S. Translate complex concepts into clear, methodologically sound survey questions and identify relevant trend questions from past Center surveys and external sources.
• Data analysis and interpretation: Conduct rigorous analysis of survey datasets and, as needed, secondary data sources. Interpret data, identify key patterns and findings, and help determine the most compelling stories emerging from the research.
• Writing and communication: Write and prepare materials for reports, blog posts, presentations and other research products, including tables, charts and other graphics. Distill complex findings for general audiences while exercising sound editorial judgment in line with the Center’s style, voice and commitment to nonpartisanship and non-advocacy.
• Quality control: Fact-check and number-check research products, ensuring all data, analysis and written materials meet Pew Research Center’s standards for accuracy, clarity and impartiality.
• Project management: Map out and manage project plans, timelines and workflows, coordinating multiple workstreams across research, communications and other functions. Proactively communicate project status, key decisions, emerging roadblocks and timelines.
• External engagement: Respond to internal and external requests for information, contribute to digital content featuring research findings, and present or discuss findings with external audiences as appropriate.

Skills

Survey design

Data analysis

Writing & communication

Project management

Statistics software

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree

Tools

R

SPSS

Stata

Job description

Pew Research Center is seeking a Research Associate to study race, ethnicity and immigration, translating complex topics into accessible survey questions and rigorous analysis. The role includes developing questionnaires, analyzing survey data, creating charts and communicating results to journalists, policymakers and the public.

The position requires strong project management skills and the ability to manage multiple workflows in a fast-paced environment, reporting to the Associate Director of