Research and Development Associate participates in research and development activities. Utilizes established mathematical and scientific techniques to compile and analyze data. Being a Research and Development Associate writes technical reports detailing procedures, outcomes, and observations. Requires a bachelor's degree. Additionally, Research and Development Associate typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Research and Development Associate works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. Work is closely managed. To be a Research and Development Associate typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Position Title | Research Associate |
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Location | Olympia |
EEO Statement | All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or status as a protected veteran. For more information regarding Evergreen's non-discrimination policies or to report discrimination, please visit the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity webpage at www.evergreen.edu/equalopportunity or contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Officer at (360) 867-5371, Room 3102 Library Building, 2700 Evergreen Parkway NW, Olympia, WA 98505. |
Union Represented | No |
Overtime Eligible | No |
Monthly FTE | 1.0 |
Salary Step (minimum monthly amount) | $6,086.00 |
Salary Step (maximum monthly amount) | $7,913.00 |
Cyclic Position | No |
Cyclic Details | n/a |
Project Position | No |
End Date | n/a |
Special Note | This position is full-time, overtime exempt, an "at-will" appointment, and exempt from Washington State Civil Service rules and the Fair Labor Standards Act overtime requirements. These exempt positions serve at the discretion of the WSIPP Director. |
Position Purpose | Research Associates conduct research on public policy topics. The work primarily involves literature reviews, meta-analysis, data and fiscal analysis, report writing, and presentations. In addition, Research Associates may assist in designing and implementing outcome evaluations and benefit-cost analyses. The position involves collaboration with other WSIPP researchers and consultation with state legislative members, legislative staff, state agency staff, external researchers, and other stakeholders. This position operates under the general direction of WSIPP leadership and various project leads. The ideal candidate will have a background in policy analysis and a broad interest in evidence-based public policy; be a self-starter; be comfortable with ambiguity; possess strong quantitative, data analytical, communication, project management, and interpersonal skills; and have an eagerness to learn. Washington State Institute for Public Policy Profile The Washington State Institute for Public Policy (WSIPP) is a nonpartisan public research group located in Olympia, the hub of the Washington State government. WSIPP is a team of multidisciplinary researchers who conduct applied policy research for the state legislature in a creative and collaborative environment.
WSIPP is strongly committed to the core values of nonpartisanship, quality, and impartiality. Created in 1983, WSIPP has become nationally and internationally recognized for the design, depth, and quality of its research reports and benefit-cost analyses. |
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WSIPP conducts research at the direction of the state legislature or its Board of Directors. Research areas include public health, criminal justice, early learning, K-12 education, higher education, child welfare, behavioral health, and health care. The successful candidate for the advertised position will be responsible for participating in a variety of research assignments, including outcome evaluations, literature reviews, and quantitative analyses of state administrative data. This position is expected to be flexible and adaptable in supporting more than one of WSIPP's current assignments and will likely need to pivot as new assignments are received. |
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Benefits | A full state benefits package which includes: paid sick and vacation leave; paid campus holidays; a generous medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; optional deferred compensation and optional supplemental retirement accounts. For more information about Evergreen's excellent employee benefits, please view . |
Posting Number | S2024-029 |
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Number of Vacancies | 5 |
Open Date | 04/01/2024 |
Close Date | 04/29/2024 |
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