Senior Policy Research Analyst - Data & Policy Impact Lead

Association for Public Policy Analysis and Management fall conference.; Northern, New York (KY, NY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The Association for Public Policy Analysis and Management fall conference seeks a Senior Research Analyst to conduct cross-project research using Poverty Tracker data and to lead reports that meet contract goals. The role includes supervising hourly student researchers and presenting findings to policy audiences.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s in social science, 4–6 years of research experience, and strong skills in Microsoft Office and data analysis tools (Stata/R); Master’s preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social science field required; master’s preferred.
• Four to six years of social science research experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and data management/analysis software.

Responsibilities

• Proactively develop and execute research projects relevant to policy discussions at national, state, or NYC levels; independently lead and execute these projects (25%).
• Independently propose, execute, and draft research projects related to social policy and poverty measurement (25%).
• Supervise hourly student research assistants (10%).
• Develop subject matter expertise and conduct literature reviews; engage with policy community (10%).
• Assist PI with peer-review manuscripts and related deliverables (10%).
• Communicate findings to press and advocacy organizations and develop partnerships (10%).
• Present findings at conferences or testimonies to public bodies (5%).
• Other responsibilities as needed (5%).

Skills

Microsoft Office

Stata

R

Education

Bachelor’s degree in social science

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Stata

R

Job description

The Association for Public Policy Analysis and Management fall conference seeks a Senior Research Analyst to conduct cross-project research using Poverty Tracker data and to lead reports that meet contract goals. The role includes supervising hourly student researchers and presenting findings to policy audiences.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s in social science, 4–6 years of research experience, and strong skills in Microsoft Office and data analysis tools (Stata/R); Master’s preferred.