Senior Housing Researcher: Policy & Practice Impact

University of Washington; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Washington's Housing Futures Center in the College of Built Environments seeks a Housing Researcher to lead and manage housing research initiatives. You will work with the Center Director and across the University to advance evidence-based housing policy and practice, disseminating findings to scholars and stakeholders.

The role emphasizes leadership of complex programs, collaboration with diverse partners, and mentorship of researchers while balancing academic rigor with community

Qualifications

• Demonstrated training in both quantitative and qualitative research methods.
• Experience leading or supporting complex research projects and managing multiple priorities.
• Experience in grant writing and research funding development.
• Experience collaborating with community organizations, public agencies, and other external stakeholders.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple interdisciplinary housing research projects and ensure scientific rigor.
• Design and oversee quantitative, qualitative, and mixed-methods studies with applied focus.
• Translate research findings into accessible products for policy and practice.
• Support development of competitive grant proposals and secure external funding.
• Cultivate partnerships with government agencies, nonprofits, and philanthropic partners.

Job description

University of Washington's Housing Futures Center in the College of Built Environments seeks a Housing Researcher to lead and manage housing research initiatives. You will work with the Center Director and across the University to advance evidence-based housing policy and practice, disseminating findings to scholars and stakeholders.

The role emphasizes leadership of complex programs, collaboration with diverse partners, and mentorship of researchers while balancing academic rigor with community