Research Assistant/Associate (6256U), Institute Of Research On Labor And Employment - 52161

Research Assistant/Associate (6256U), Institute of Research on Labor and Employment - 52161 About Berkeley
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Departmental Overview
The California Policy Lab (CPL) creates data-driven insights for the public good. Our mission is to improve the lives of Californians by generating evidence that transforms public policy. We do this by forming lasting partnerships between government and California's flagship public universities to harness the power of research and administrative data. We work on California's most urgent issues, including homelessness, poverty, criminal justice reform, and education inequality. We facilitate close working partnerships between policymakers and researchers at the University of California to help evaluate and improve public programs through rigorous empirical research and technical assistance. CPL recognizes the value of having a diverse staff at all levels of the organization.
CPL is a center within the Institute for Research on Labor and Employment (IRLE).
Application Review Date
The First Review Date for this job is: April 28, 2023
Responsibilities
Analyzes sensitive individual-level administrative data; prepares and summarizes information; recommends and implements statistical approaches. Cleans, links, and prepares data sets, primarily from government sources, for analysis, using STATA or another, similar language (e.g., SAS, R, SPSS, Python). Communicates with government partners about data requests and other data issues. Collaborates on the design, documentation, testing, and implementation of research studies, largely using quantitative methods and methods designed to assess causal impact. Prepares graphs, tables, and other displays of the results of research and analysis. Assists with the preparation of manuscripts and presentations, including gathering references, copyediting, and confirming internal consistency. Researches and summarizes academic and applied research. Assists the Executive Director and Research Director with administration and execution of the Lab's other activities.
Required Qualifications
Demonstrated quantitative skills, knowledge, and experience in data/statistical analysis, including analyzing large governmental data sets. STATA programming skills or knowledge of another, similar language (e.g., SAS, R, SPSS, Python). Solid interpersonal skills and communication skills, including exceptional writing skills. Organizational skills and attention to detail. Ability to multi-task with demanding timeframes. Ability to work both independently and as a team member. Ability to work discreetly with sensitive and confidential data. Experience working with large and complex datasets.
Education/Training:
Bachelor's degree in computer science, economics, sociology, public policy, or other relevant social/mathematical science field and/or equivalent training.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working on randomized controlled trials. Experience managing projects and client relationships. Proficiency with additional statistical or programming languages such as R, Python, or SAS.
Education/Training:
Graduate degree in a related field and/or related experience/training.
Salary & Benefits
For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University, please visit the University of California's Compensation & Benefits website.
Under California law, the University of California, Berkeley is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role and should not offer a salary outside of the range posted in this job announcement. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, analysis of internal equity, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience.
The budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $32.09 - $43.10.
This is a 24-month, 100% full-time (40 hours per week), contract position that is eligible for full UC benefits with the possibility of extension. This position is non-exempt and bi-weekly. This is a hybrid position, eligible for 40% remote capability.