Research Data Analyst 3

Inside Higher Ed; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious academic institution in Los Angeles is seeking an experienced Research Data Analyst 3 to contribute to impactful research in gender and internet studies. The ideal candidate will have strong data analysis skills, 2-3 years of relevant experience, and a keen interest in technology's effect on society. This full-time role entails effective project management and exceptional communication within collaborative teams. Competitive compensation and benefits are provided from day one, including opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of relevant research experience.
• Experience working in an academic or think‑tank environment.
• Understanding of technology's impact on society.
• Substantive knowledge in gender, sexuality, or labor technology.
• Project management experience (Preferred)
• Strong interest in and experience with key questions of technology and impact on society. (Required)
• Mastery of various methodological approaches and tools for data analysis. (Required)
• Demonstrated experience in managing projects independently. (Required)
• Meeting project timelines and communicating with internal and external stakeholders in a productive and timely manner. (Required)
• Attention to detail and ability to organize and document workflow. (Required)
• Superior verbal and written communication skills. (Required)
• Strong initiative and a resourceful approach to problem‑solving. (Required)
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team; ability to multi‑task with demanding timeframes; ability to work discreetly with sensitive and confidential data. (Required)
• Substantive knowledge or experience in at least one of these core research areas – gender, sexuality, labor and technology (Preferred)

Skills

Project management

Data analysis

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in related area

Master's Degree in related area

Tools

Data analysis tools

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Department Summary

The Department of Gender Studies is housed in the Division of Social Sciences at UCLA. The Center on Resilience and Data Justice is a research center that focuses on deep and lasting public impact that foregrounds accountability and repair from extant and emerging digital and AI harms.

Position Summary

Housed in the Department of Gender Studies, the Center on Resilience and Data Justice (CRDJ) at UCLA is seeking an experienced Data Analyst with a background or interest in gender and internet studies to contribute to our organization's proven track record bridging the gap between academic researchers and public impact.

Salary & Compensation

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Qualifications

• 2-3 years of relevant research experience (Required)
• 2-3 years of professional post-baccalaureate experience (Preferred)
• Experience working in an academic or think‑tank environment (Preferred)
• Understanding of and experience with technology and impacts on society (Preferred)
• Project management experience (Preferred)
• Strong interest in and experience with key questions of technology and impact on society. (Required)
• Mastery of various methodological approaches and tools for data analysis. (Required)
• Demonstrated experience in managing projects independently. (Required)
• Meeting project timelines and communicating with internal and external stakeholders in a productive and timely manner. (Required)
• Attention to detail and ability to organize and document workflow. (Required)
• Superior verbal and written communication skills. (Required)
• Strong initiative and a resourceful approach to problem‑solving. (Required)
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team; ability to multi‑task with demanding timeframes; ability to work discreetly with sensitive and confidential data. (Required)
• Substantive knowledge or experience in at least one of these core research areas – gender, sexuality, labor and technology (Preferred)

Education, Licenses, Certifications & Personal Affiliations

• Bachelor's Degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training (Required)
• Master's Degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training (Preferred)

Special Conditions for Employment

• Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.
• Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment.

Schedule

8am to 5pm

Union/Policy Covered

99‑Policy Covered

Seniority level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
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