Research Associate, Race & Ethnicity

The Pew Research Center is seeking a Research Associate with experience in designing, managing and executing surveys and who has a particular interest or expertise in studying the experiences of Black Americans and other racial and ethnic groups in the United States. This position will have the opportunity to play a key role in the Center’s multi-year, cross-team research agenda on race and ethnicity in the U.S. The position will contribute to identifying key research questions, designing appropriate research strategies, conducting statistical analysis, preparing findings of that analysis for consumption by the media and general public, and reviewing pertinent literature. The Research Associate is also expected to engage in outreach to key audiences and stakeholders. Candidates with more extensive experience or exceptionally strong qualifications may be considered at the Senior Researcher level.  This position reports to the Director of Race and Ethnicity research.

• (45%) Oversee the development and execution of original survey content. The Research Associate will be involved in all aspects of the survey research process, including designing and drafting poll questionnaires, creating top lines and tables for survey reports, performing statistical analysis, and helping to write and review survey reports. In addition, the Research Associate works to ensure various forms of data consistently meet Pew Research Center quality standards. Experience with secondary data analysis at the national, state and other levels is desirable, but not required.
• (40%) Write and prepare materials for reports and presentations, including preparation of memos, tables and graphs based on findings; manage the number checking process for reports and commentaries. Consistently exercise sound editorial judgement — in line with the Center’s style and voice – when reporting findings.
• (15%) Respond to outside queries and represent the Center externally.

Education/Training/Experience:

• BA required, advanced degree preferred.
• 5-9 years of research experience, with at least 3-5 years of specialized research and analysis experience expected. Often includes significant graduate training at the PhD level or equivalent experience in an applied setting. (15+ years of research experience, with a minimum of 10 years of specialized research and analysis experience expected for Senior Researcher level).
• Subject matter expertise related to Black Americans and other racial and ethnic groups in the U.S.
• Proven ability to independently design and manage large survey projects.
• Proven ability to undertake research involving quantitative data analysis is crucial, including using SPSS, Stata, R, Excel or other analytical software programs.

• Strong quantitative skills, including an ability to use various statistical programs to organize and analyze large amounts of data.
• Strong verbal and written communications skills.
• Ability to balance numerous projects simultaneously.
• Strong project management skills.
• Attention to detail, including exacting standards to maintain accuracy and impartiality in all work products.
• Ability to work well in a team setting.

We encourage you to apply even if you meet some, but not all, of the requirements listed.

Application Procedure: Applicants should apply electronically and include a résumé, and cover letter. The Pew Research Center is an equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Pew Research considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to age, sex, ethnicity, religion, disability, marital status, sexual orientation or gender identity, military/veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.