Research Associate

Primary Responsibilities

• Maintains project files and databases
• Develops and maintains information sources and contacts
• Counsults and supports work activities of more experienced research staff and other professional staff
• Conducts reviews and searches of printed literature and databases, including government databases
• Affords assistance with data collection both quantitative and qualitative (interviews etc.)
• Maintains bibliographic and statistical data
• Performs data cleaning and coding
• Sums up and documents contract information, research findings, and other information
• Contributes to the writing of project reports or papers as required
• Completes research and programming tasks
• Develops draft reports on research findings and preliminary analyses
• Prepares and maintains project documentation

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master's degree in a curriculum relevant to the division’s mission
• Computer programming capability, training in data collection, analysis, or project coordination skills may be required or preferred for some positions
• Ability to obtain and maintain necessary security clearances

We support transparency, equity, and fairness in our compensation program and provide a reasonable estimate of the salary range based on data-driven market analysis for each position. While it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range, a reasonable estimate of the salary range for this role is $68,681- $194,054 Individual salary within this range will be commensurate with the incumbent’s experience, unique skills and qualifications, and other relevant factors.

U.S. Citizenship is required Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance is required

IDA is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a fair recruiting process and working environment free from discrimination. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. IDA is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.

https://www.dol.gov/agencies/ofccp/compliance-assistance/self-id-forms-video