Urban Data & Policy Research Associate

Abundance Network; New York (NY); Hybride; USD 65 000 - 70 000; Plein temps

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Benefits package

Résumé du poste

RPA in New York City seeks a Research and Data Associate passionate about data‑driven policy analysis and urban sustainability. The role reports to the Land Use Director and collaborates with staff on diverse long‑ and short‑term projects, including engagement with external stakeholders at meetings and events.

We value equitable, healthy, and sustainable cities and offer a collaborative, balanced work environment with some flexibility for remote work from New Haven, Princeton, Newark, or home.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree with demonstrated research experience in urban studies or related field.
• Bachelor’s degree with significant research experience considered.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, writing, and presentation skills; able to work in teams.
• Ability to balance multiple projects and take initiative.

Responsabilités

• Conduct statistical, geographic, and policy analysis of plans, programs, data, and reports on demographic and economic trends, regional land use, transportation, housing, energy trends, and climate and environmental policies.
• Provide technical support on research projects and analyses at local, state, and federal levels.
• Provide supporting research and data points to help implement RPA priorities.
• Organize, maintain, and visualize a diverse array of datasets.
• Draft memos and reports

Connaissances

GIS

Python

R

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Adobe Creative Suite

JavaScript

Formation

Master’s degree in urban studies/urban planning/environmental sciences/geography/political science/public policy/economics/statistics

Bachelor’s degree with significant research experience

Outils

ArcGIS

Adobe Creative Suite

JavaScript

Description du poste

RPA in New York City seeks a Research and Data Associate passionate about data‑driven policy analysis and urban sustainability. The role reports to the Land Use Director and collaborates with staff on diverse long‑ and short‑term projects, including engagement with external stakeholders at meetings and events.

We value equitable, healthy, and sustainable cities and offer a collaborative, balanced work environment with some flexibility for remote work from New Haven, Princeton, Newark, or home.