Senior Research Associate
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$ 70000 - 78000
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Summary:
The Research Institute on Social Equity (RISE) at the Center for Public Policy (CPP) in the L. Douglas Wilder School of Government and Public Affairs is searching for a Senior Research Associate with a strong background and interest in public policy and equity to work closely with the Director Senior Research Associates research team and clients. The Senior Research Associate will support and advance equityfocused research projects working closely with the Director. This role involves conceptualizing studies establishing research goals designing and executing studies managing data processing and analysis and implementing research methodologies to address public policy equity issues. The Senior Research Associate will be responsible for upholding rigorous research standards conducting literature reviews contributing to grant proposal development and drafting research papers and presentations for conferences. This position requires strong research skills with duties carried out in alignment with the strategic goals of the institute.
The Wilder Schools mission is to:
Engage teach and inspire students and leaders to understand and solve challenges in our world.
Advance research that informs public policy and decision making to improve our communities.
Collaborate with communities through innovative partnerships to enhance quality of life.
The Wilder Schools vision is to be the premier resource for public policy expertise and social equity in public safety governance and economic and community .S. News and World Report rankings confirm the Wilder School among the top 15 of graduate schools of public affairs at No. 39. The School is also ranked No. 6 inHomeland Security Programs and No. 33 in Public Management and Leadership. The Wilder School has over 1500 students and more than 11000 alumni with an established environment where diverse perspectives thrive and where a common interest in public service and the betterment of society unites these perspectives together. Our academic excellence attracts the highest quality faculty staff and students and our graduates are leaders in their professions.
Our location in Richmond the capital of the Commonwealth of Virginia combined with our proximity to Washington DC provides numerous opportunities for engaged scholarship teaching and community engagement activities. A creative interdisciplinary School with both academic programs and training/research centers in the social sciences and professional arenas we reflect the diversity of the communities we serve providing students and faculty with the knowledge skills opportunities and experience necessary for success.
For additional information about the Wilder School please visit our website at .
Typical Duties
1. Conducting Equity Based Research:
Work with the project team to conduct research and data collection for all research needs.
Reach out to marginalized communities to conduct informational interviews and data collection.
Analysis qualitative and quantitative data.
Report writing.
Creation of data reports for various clients and constituents.
Work collaboratively with RISE and CPP staff to advance the mission of RISE.
Keep current on equity trends and appropriate theories of change methods reaching marginalized communities publications and initiatives.
Other duties as assigned.
2. Project Management:
Represent RISE at meetings when appropriate.
Supervise graduate students on the projects.
Represent the RISE at VCU and external events to promote the RISE mission.
Review and work on all RISE related project proposals as assigned.
Preferred Qualifications
Doctoral Degree and three year of applied research experience.
Experience with grant writing securing funding and managing research budgets
Equity based research experience.
Awareness of best practices in equity research public policy and working with underserved communities.
Advanced methodological skills including proficiency in new or emerging research techniques.
Minimum Qualifications
PhD and three years of relevant experience conducting equitybased research or an equivalent combination of professional skills and/or experience.
Expected to manage multiple projects while simultaneously directly managing all aspects of the project life cycles.
Demonstrated ability to design implement and analyze research studies independently including proficiency with design sampling techniques and data analysis.
High degree of personal ownership and accountability to consistently deliver results and prioritize work in a fast paced and highprofile environment.
Demonstrated experience working with diverse populations.
Excellent presentation skills and confidence speaking in a variety of public settings.
Strong written and verbal skills with the ability to relate to varying audiences.
Ability to think critically creatively and strategically.
Ability to perform under pressure and manage multiple projects with competing deadlines in a selfdirected manner.
Ability to embrace change and to organize and effectively manage multiple priorities programs and projects.
Availability to work nontraditional hours on program and event days.
Demonstrated experience working in and fostering a diverse faculty staff and student environment or commitment to do so at VCU.
Typical Physical and Cognitive Requirements
Physical Demands and Activities (Essential):
Light lifting <20 lbs.
Pushing/pulling
Standing
Sitting
Emotional Demands (Essential):
Fast pace/Average pace
Multiple stimuli
Frequent change
Intense customer interaction
Mental/Sensory Demands (Essential):
Memory
Reading
Reasoning
Hearing
Logic
Analyzing
Verbal communication
Written Communication
Application Submission/Other Information
All applications should include a cover letter and a detailed resume with the names and contact information of three professional references.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled with priority review beginning February 14 2025.
Virginia Commonwealth University is an equal opportunity affirmative action university providing access to education and employment without regard to race color national origin age sex political affiliation veteran status genetic information sexual orientation gender identity gender expression or disability.
Jenn Reid
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full Time
