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Urban Institute · 19 hours ago

Research Assistant (Housing and Communities Division)

Washington, DC

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$52K/yr - $65K/yr

Urban Institute is a nonprofit focused on social and economic policy research. They are seeking a Research Assistant to assist senior researchers in executing defined research tasks across various practice areas related to housing and communities.

AdvocacyCommunities

Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

Collection and analysis of qualitative and/or quantitative data. Including producing literature reviews, conducting field work (such as interviews and site visits), and writing programs to manage and analyze data in software such as R or Stata

Production of tables, charts, and maps

Contributing to and/or editing a variety of publications for difference audiences, including research reports, briefs, blogs, and other deliverables

Completion of logistical tasks for research proposals, internal and external research events, and research management

Completion of administrative tasks such as tracking project timelines, project reporting, taking and summarizing meeting minutes, and other tasks as assigned

Independent time management and collaboration with teams to prioritize and complete multiple tasks

Qualification

Qualitative research skillsQuantitative research skillsStatistical software SASStatistical software STATAStatistical software RLiterature reviewData analysisBilingual abilitiesWritten communicationVerbal communicationTime managementAttention to detailTeam collaboration

Required

Bachelor's degree or associate's degree preferably in the field of Public Policy, Urban Studies, Urban Planning, Data Science, Sociology, Economics, Statistics, Environmental Studies, Geography, Social Welfare, Education, Psychology, Business, or related field of inquiry

Demonstrated qualitative and/or quantitative research skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Capacity to conduct literature reviews and similar research quickly and with strong critical thinking analysis

Proficiency with publication, spreadsheet, and presentation software

Experience managing and analyzing large datasets, using statistical packages, such as SAS, STATA, and/or R

Strong time management skills and high level of professionalism

High level of organization, attention to detail, motivation, creativity, and self-confidence; we seek individuals who can work effectively, both on teams and independently, and simultaneously on multiple projects

Initiative to suggest improvements or innovations on assigned tasks

Willingness to adapt to changes in work assignments, deadlines, and team environment

Have a willingness and ability to travel when conditions make travel safe

Strong interest and/or experience in one or more of the following topics: housing and housing-related assistance programs, housing finance, homelessness, demographic and population studies, urban planning and land use, community economic development, city governance and public-sector capacity, climate change, environmental justice, housing and neighborhoods as a platform for other household and societal outcomes, structural racism, and inequality

Preferred

Bilingual abilities, although not required, are a plus

Spatial analysis skills a plus

Benefits

Generous paid time off, including nine federal holidays

Medical (including prescription), dental and vision insurance

Transit benefits

403(b) retirement plan participation immediately after you’re hired and a generous employer contribution after six months of service and 500 hours, with immediate vesting

Access to a health advocate

Personal finance coaching

Employee Assistance Program

Educational assistance for undergraduate and graduate degree programs