Technical Research Analyst
Low-Wage Workers and Communities

MDRC is seeking a Technical Research Analyst to join researchers engaged in examining outcomes of a large-scale urban development/economic revitalization effort in Chicago. The new staff
member will work mainly in our Low-Wage Workers and Communities policy area. The position is based in MDRC's New York office.

The position provides the successful candidate an opportunity to work as part of multi-disciplinary team under the guidance and supervision of leading policy analysts. The Research Analyst will develop and implement data management protocols and analyze, write, and assist in the dissemination of results to policymakers, practitioners, and social scientists.

Responsibilities:
The main responsibility will be to collect, process, manage, and analyze a variety of quantitative data collected for community-based research. Key responsibilities include:
-Data collection and management.
-SAS programming to structure data files, perform data-cleaning operations, and perform various forms of statistical analyses.
-Writing technical memos documenting data processing decisions and summarizing the quality of data.
-Running statistical models to identify the impacts of social programs.
-Contributing technical/analytical sections to reports.

Qualifications:
BA/BS or master's degree in urban planning, geography, statistics, economics, public policy, sociology, or a related field preferred. A good understanding of quantitative research methods and experience applying quantitative methods. Strong data management experience is highly desired. Experience processing and analyzing data, especially neighborhood/community-relevant data — home sales, mortgage data, Census, crime records, etc. Knowledge of SAS. Experience with Microsoft Office products (especially Word and Excel). Experience/familiarity with spatial analysis tools (ESRI GIS products preferred) is a plus. Strong technical documentation skills. Excellent attention to detail. Excellent interpersonal skills.

To apply:
Please mail, fax, or email resume, cover letter, the names of three
references, and writing sample to:

Human Resources Department
[8002-14] LWWC Research Assistant/Analyst
MDRC
16 East 34th Street
New York, NY  10016
Fax: 212-532-8453
Email:  jobs@mdrc.org

If you have any questions, feel free to contact Tatiana Homonoff at
tatiana.homonoff@mdrc.org.