Research Analyst

Office of the Inspector General, USPS; Arlington (VA); Remote; USD 71,000 - 158,000; Full time

Job summary

The USPS Office of Inspector General in Arlington, VA is seeking a Research Analyst to join the Research & Insights Solution Center (RISC). The role focuses on researching and analyzing postal issues, with opportunities to present findings and contribute to policy discussions.

You will gather qualitative and quantitative data, plan studies, organize events, and author analytical reports on customers, products, strategies, and the regulatory environment.

Qualifications

• Education must be accredited by an institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
• Special Instructions for Candidates with Foreign Education: Education completed outside the United States must be deemed equivalent to U.S. education programs.

Responsibilities

• Conduct primary and secondary research and data analysis on a wide range of postal issues.
• Present research findings in public forums and prepare presentations and events that engage internal and external stakeholders.

Job description

• Hiring Agency: Office of the Inspector General, USPS
• Department: Other Agencies and Independent Organizations

Key Responsibilities

Are you a good writer and do you love research? This announcement provides the opportunity for a reassignment/promotion to the position of Research Analyst position in our Research & Insights Solution Center (RISC), located in Arlington, VA. Bring your skills and voice to our team! Our unit conducts innovative research and analysis on economic, business, strategy, operational, and public policy issues affecting the Postal Service.

Please view our white papers at Reports | Office of Inspector General OIG (uspsoig.gov). Look for RISC or RARC (before 2019) in the report name.

The successful candidate will help gather and analyze qualitative and quantitative data related to postal issues, plan and conduct studies, organize and speak at events related to research topics, and write analytical reports and other materials about the postal industry, especially concerning the Postal Service's customers, products, strategies, regulatory environment, and business opportunities.

Candidates will be evaluated on the skills that they possess that are directly related to the duties of the position and the experience, education and training that indicate the applicant's ability to acquire the particular knowledge and skills needed to perform the duties of the position. Only those candidates who meet all qualification and eligibility requirements and who submit the required information by 11:59 PM EST on 10/22/2026 will be considered.

The USPS OIG uses a Pay Banding system, which is equivalent to the Federal GS scale. Grade and salary determinations will be made based upon a candidate's education and professional experience. This position is being advertised at the Journey Band level, equivalent to a GS-9 to GS-13. The salary range for this position is $70,623.00 - $158,322.00. The salary figures include locality pay. Career ladder to GS-13 equivalent is at management's discretion.

Please note that the duties and responsibilities associated with this position may vary based upon the agency's needs at the time of hire. The following description of major duties and responsibilities is only intended to give applicants a general overview of the expectations. Conduct primary and secondary research and conduct data analysis on a wide range of postal issues.

Apply public policy analysis, market research methods, quantitative techniques, data analysis and qualitative research to develop public white papers or other written materials in compliance with the Council of Inspectors General on Integrity and Efficiency (CIGIE Blue Book Standards for Inspection and Evaluation.

Present research findings in public forums, conducts meetings with internal leadership, the Postal Service and other external stakeholders to discuss project plans and outcomes. Prepare and organize presentations and events that engage internal and external stakeholders and lead to the expression of new ideas. Contribute to the creation of diverse content formats, in addition to traditional white papers, for presenting research findings and reaching a wider audience.

Formats may include digital stories, podcasts, and presentations at internal/external online and in-person events (e.g., webinars and expert panels).

Requirements & Education

Education must be accredited by an institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Applicants can verify accreditation here: https://www.ed.gov/laws-and-policy/higher-education-laws-and-policy/college-accreditation. Special Instructions for Candidates with Foreign Education: Education completed outside the United States must be deemed equivalent to that gained in U.S. education programs. You must submit all necessary documents to a private U.S.

credential evaluation service to interpret equivalency of your education against courses given in U.S. accredited colleges and universities. For further information visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Office of the Inspector General, USPS, Other Agencies and Independent Organizations.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $70623 - $158322/yr.

Is this position remote or telework eligible?

This position is eligible for telework.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Other security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-22.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Internal Search' hiring path.