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Arizona State University is a public research university that provides in-person and online education across a broad range of disciplines. Its work combines teaching with research, innovation, technology transfer, and partnerships, with active focus areas including health, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and the sciences. The university also emphasizes entrepreneurship, sustainability, and community engagement across its campuses and programs.
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Research Analyst, Applied Policy Research — Arizona State University

Conduct applied policy research for Arizona State University's Morrison Institute, using quantitative and qualitative methods to study issues such as education, housing, and workforce retention. Analyze data, evaluate programs, and share findings with policymakers and the public.

USUnited StatesAZArizona
$60,000 – $68,000 / year
HybridFull-timeMiddleSeniorEnglish RequiredResearch Analyst

Description

  • Conduct quantitative and qualitative social science research on education, child and family well-being, housing, and workforce retention.
  • Design, coordinate, and carry out applied research in the Morrison Institute's areas of focus.
  • Gather data from government agencies, libraries, online resources, nonprofit research organizations, and other sources.
  • Clean and manage large datasets and perform descriptive and inferential statistical analyses.
  • Design and administer surveys.
  • Collect qualitative data through key informant interviews and focus groups.
  • Prepare research reports, data briefs, and project summaries that explain findings and policy considerations.
  • Edit research materials for publication.
  • Build productive, trusted relationships with funders, academic and industry partners, and policymakers.
  • Coordinate research schedules, deadlines, priorities, and logistical arrangements.
  • Contribute to intern selection and hiring decisions.
  • May supervise and mentor interns.
  • Present at public forums and respond to media inquiries.
  • Work under the direction of the research director.
  • Use a computer to research issues, enter data, and maintain records.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree and three years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of experience and training demonstrating comparable knowledge and skills.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to conduct primary and secondary research.
  • Confident public speaking skills, including presenting at public forums and responding to media inquiries.
  • Ability to work with clients, funders, policymakers, and other key stakeholders.
  • Ability to manage complex timelines, meet deadlines, and keep work within project scope.
  • Experience gathering data from government agencies, libraries, online resources, nonprofit research organizations, and other sources.
  • Experience managing and cleaning large datasets and applying descriptive and inferential statistics, including t-tests, ANOVA, regression, and chi-square tests.
  • Experience designing and administering surveys, including developing instruments, setting sampling strategies, and calculating margins of error.
  • Experience collecting qualitative data through key informant interviews and focus groups.
  • A master's degree in a related policy or social science field is preferred.
  • Knowledge of quantitative and qualitative research design and methods.
  • Experience in public policy or applied social science research.
  • Experience designing and conducting program evaluations.
  • Fluency in spoken and written Spanish is preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of library and online research resources.
  • Ability to review and synthesize current literature and best practices.
  • Experience writing and editing for different audiences.
  • Ability to explain complex concepts and data to a broad readership.
  • Ability to plan and coordinate research activities and prioritize work to meet deadlines.
  • Experience using SPSS or similar statistical software and documenting data processing with syntax.
  • Experience developing and analyzing surveys.
  • Experience conducting and analyzing interviews or focus groups.
  • Experience writing data-driven reports for funders.
  • Staff positions are not eligible for visa sponsorship.
  • A driver's license is not required for this position.
  • Successful completion of ASU pre-employment screening and a criminal background check is required.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive ASU benefits package.
  • Relocation assistance and resources covering schools, housing, childcare, neighborhoods, hospitals, community events, and taxes.
  • Tobacco-free university.
  • Electronic application process.
  • Driving is not required.
  • Fingerprint check is not required.