Human Services Research Analyst (Remote Eligible)
Company: Mathematica
Location: Seattle
Posted on: March 20, 2023
Job Description:
Position Description: Mathematica seeks research analysts to
join our team in Human Services. The Human Services unit covers a
range of domestic policy areas including education, programs to
support families with low incomes, child nutrition employment, food
assistance, pregnancy prevention, child welfare, early childhood,
and justice. Research analysts contribute to quantitative or
qualitative research and analysis that examines effectiveness and
implementation of policies and programs; assess the strength of
study designs and summarize existing research through systematic
reviews and meta-analyses; review grantee evaluation plans; work
with programs on the design and implementation of evaluations; and
support dissemination of findings to the public through accessible
reports, websites, videos, and other tools. Our current and recent
work include a range of projects such as:
- Working collaboratively with human services agencies (such as
SNAP and TANF) to iteratively test implementation strategies and
gather information on their success, using techniques such as rapid
cycle evaluation
- Helping states and school districts build capacity to use data
and strengthen supports for educators and students
- Conducting a culturally responsive evaluation of federal
support to community groups to resolve conflicts and prevent and
respond to alleged hate crimes
- Providing technical assistance to federal offices and staff on
strategies to ensure that programs, policies, research, and
analyses consider the incidence and root causes of disparities and
promote equity across the country
- Conducting systematic reviews and meta-analyses to determine
what works and the effectiveness of interventions, programs,
policies, and practices in education, employment, home visiting,
and a host of other policy areas Responsibilities Analysts
typically work on more than one project at a time and are matched
to projects that suit their interests and skills and offer
opportunities for professional growth. They participate in key
project activities, which vary by project and may include:
- Participating in interviews or site visits to assess the
implementation and cost of social service programs
- Conducting analysis of qualitative data collected from
interviews, site visits, or other data collection efforts
- Assisting with quantitative analyses, including summarizing
data quality issues, working with programming staff to clean the
data, and helping to define analysis specifications and output
formats
- Developing specifications, user manuals, and other
documentations for reporting systems and analytic tools
- Providing technical assistance to grantees and state and local
agencies to support evaluation and program improvement
- Conducting literature reviews and applying evidence standards
to assess study quality
- Drafting client memos, issue briefs, chapters of analytic
reports, and proposals for new projects
- Assisting with timeline management, cost-tracking, and budget
estimates Position Requirements: Requirements for research analysts
include the following:
- Master's degree in public policy, economics, education, social
work, a social science, or a related field, or equivalent
experience
- Strong analytic skills, including knowledge of quantitative
and/or qualitative analytic research methods
- Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to
write clear and concise technical memos and documents and
accessible stakeholder-facing memos, briefs, and presentation
materials
- Ability to complete tasks on tight deadlines without
compromising quality
- Ability to support projects with an operational focus and
balance competing priorities
- Experience working with a state or federal government,
foundation, or policy research organization is highly
desirable
- Candidates with relevant practitioner experience in education,
workforce development, or social service delivery are encouraged to
apply.
- Position may involve up to 25% travel This position offers an
anticipated annual base salary range of $70,000-$90,000. We offer
flexibility to work remotely or in an office. Available office
locations: Princeton, NJ; Washington, DC; Cambridge, MA; Ann Arbor,
MI; Oakland, CA; Seattle, WA; Chicago, IL. A cover letter, resume,
and a writing sample that demonstrates analytic and research skills
and reflects independent analysis and writing (such as a thesis or
position paper) must be submitted at the time of application via
our online application system. All candidates who apply by March
31, 2023 will receive full consideration. More about Mathematica
Mathematica applies expertise at the intersection of data, methods,
policy, and practice to improve well-being around the world. We
collaborate closely with public- and private-sector partners to
translate big questions into deep insights that improve programs,
refine strategies, and enhance understanding using data science and
analytics. Mathematica offers our employees competitive salaries,
and a comprehensive benefits package, as well as the advantages of
being 100 percent employee owned. As an employee stock owner, you
will experience financial benefits of ESOP holdings that have
increased in tandem with the company's growth and financial
strength. You will also be part of an independent, employee-owned
firm that is able to define and further our mission, enhance our
quality and accountability, and steadily grow our financial
strength. Read more about our benefits here:. One of Mathematica's
core values is a deep commitment to diversity, equity, and
inclusion. Our efforts are more robust because they are informed by
a variety of diverse perspectives, and our mission to improve
societal well-being is strengthened by a greater understanding of
issues and challenges facing the populations we serve.
Mathematica's ongoing commitment to diversity and inclusion is
woven into our everyday actions, policies, and practices-including
decisions regarding recruitment, training, compensation, and
promotion. We are dedicated to maintaining a work environment in
which everyone is treated with respect and dignity. We offer
Employee Resources Groups on a variety of topics, local diversity
and inclusion activities in each office, and a Diversity council.
We take pride in our employees and in their commitment to
excellence. We encourage staff to collaborate in developing
creative solutions to difficult problems and to share the
responsibility and enjoyment of carrying out complex projects. This
collegial spirit has helped us earn our reputation for innovative
and high-quality work. As a winner of the 'Excellence in Diversity
Award,' we know that building an inclusive culture based on the
diverse strengths of employees from different backgrounds is key to
our success. Various federal agencies with whom we contract require
that staff successfully undergo a background investigation or
security clearance as a condition of working on the project. If you
are assigned to such a project, you will be required to obtain the
requisite security clearance. In accordance with Executive Order
14042 and its implementing guidelines, all Mathematica employees
must provide documentation that they have been fully vaccinated or
obtain an accommodation through Human Resources by providing
documentation from a licensed health care provider that they are
unable to be vaccinated against COVID-19 because of a disability
(which would include medical conditions) or provide an attestation
that they are entitled to an accommodation because of a sincerely
held religious belief, practice, or observance. Available
locations:Princeton, NJ; Washington, DC; Cambridge, MA; Ann Arbor,
MI; Oakland, CA; Seattle, WA; Chicago, IL; Remote We are an Equal
Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee
or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age,
national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity,
status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal,
state or local protected class. We are an Equal Opportunity
Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant
for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin,
religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran,
and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local
protected class.
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