Research Associate, Economist, Social & Demographic Trends

Peace Corps; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Pew Research Center is seeking a Research Associate, Economist, Social & Demographic Trends to contribute to research on AI in the workplace and broader economic/demographic topics. The role requires strong economics and statistics skills, data analysis, and project management within a collaborative team.

The ideal candidate will design analyses, write reports for diverse audiences, and coordinate with press and policy stakeholders.

Qualifications

• BA required, advanced degree preferred; 5-9 years of research experience
• Experience with demographic and economic data analysis using statistical software (SPSS, Stata, R)
• Familiarity with a range of statistical techniques including multiple regression and synthetic cohort analysis
• Experience managing research projects and collaborating with others

Responsibilities

• Conduct advanced analyses of large government surveys and datasets
• Identify timely research topics on AI in the workplace and key economic trends for a general audience
• Develop research designs and analyze findings
• Prepare tables and charts and write research reports for external audiences
• Manage projects and field requests from press, government officials, and other audiences

Skills

Economics knowledge

Statistical analysis

Data analysis

Project management

Education

BA in social sciences

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

SPSS

Stata

R

Job description

• Research Associate, Economist, Social & Demographic Trends

Research Associate, Economist, Social & Demographic Trends

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About Pew Research Center

Pew Research Center is a great place to work, learn and grow. Our culture is open, collegial, collaborative, supportive and down-to-earth. Our staffis made up of more than 180 smart, talented, mission-driven people who care deeply about the work they do. We hire people from a wide variety of backgrounds, including social science researchers, data scientists, survey methodologists, journalists, graphic artists, web developers, communications professionals, and administrative support and operations staff. In our work we value independence, objectivity, accuracy, rigor, humility, transparency, and innovation. An extension of these values is our vision of a positive, welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration, openness, accountability, and community building – one where everyone can thrive and contribute to the mission.

Duties

The research associate will be primarily focused on the role of AI in the workplace. The research associate will also contribute to research on key economic trends that are shaping American life and play a role in other aspects of research related to social and demographic change. This includes idea generation, assisting in the design and analysis of research and helping to write and review reports. The Research Associate is also responsible for helping to manage projects and field requests for information from the press, government officials, and other target audiences. This position requires substantial knowledge and skill in economics, statistics, data analysis, and project management. Familiarity with major government surveys and other key administrative data sources that touch on the labor market, income and wealth is essential. Some knowledge of public opinion surveys is a plus.

The Research Associate will work integrally within a broader research team to ensure that data management and coding are carried out without errors and that data analysis and reports meet the highest standards of accuracy and impartiality. The Research Associate will also conduct background research, write research reports, produce charts and tables and fact-check research products. This position works closely with other researchers on staff and reports to the Associate Director for Research.

This is a term-limited position expected to extend 3 years.

Primary Responsibilities

Data Analysis and Research Design (40%)

• Conduct advanced analyses of large, complex government surveys and other datasets
• Help identify important timely research topics and develop research questions within the area of AI in the workplace and key economic trends for a general audience
• Develop research designs that are appropriate to project goals
• Analyze and assess key findings
• Prepare tables and charts
• Stay abreast of research related to AI in the workplace and key economic trends that are shaping American life

Writing and Communication (30%)

• Write research reports and blog posts that distill complex findings for a general audience
• Respond to external and internal requests for information
• Present research findings to external audiences, including media

Quality Control (20%)

• Present research findings to external audiences, including media

Project Planning and Management (10%)

• Map out project plans
• Allocate resources and staff time to best meet project objectives
• Set and adhere to deadlines and deliverables
• Keep colleagues and senior staff informed

Qualifications

Education/Training/Experience

• B.A. required, advanced degree preferred; degree in the social sciences with a preference for economics or a related field. 5-9 years of research experience, with at least 3-5 years of specialized research and analysis experience expected. Often includes significant graduate training at the Ph.D. level or equivalent experience in an applied setting. Candidates with significantly more experience will be considered at the Senior Researcher level.
• Proven experience in undertaking research involving demographic and economic data analysis, including using SPSS, Stata, R, or other statistical software
• Familiarity and experience with a range of statistical techniques, including multiple regression analysis and synthetic cohort analysis
• Training or experience in studying economic trends that are shaping American life. Interest and experience studying AI in the workplace is essential.
• Experience in helping manage research projects, including working collaboratively with other researchers

Knowledge and Skill Requirements

• Strong quantitative skills, including extensive experience with SPSS, R, Stata or other statistical tools
• Facility using syntax commands to carefully document analysis using log files
• Editorial judgment and proven ability to communicate research results clearly and concisely in both verbal and written form
• Attention to detail, including exacting standards to maintain accuracy and impartiality in all work products
• Experience in helping manage research projects, including working collaboratively with other researchers
• Ability to work collaboratively and collegially with other team members, as well as with staff from other Pew Research Center teams and outside organizations
• Ability to balance multiple projects and meet tight deadlines while ensuring accuracy in data management, fact checking and research