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RESEARCH ANALYST III, BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES

Los Angeles County, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

The County of Los Angeles is seeking a Research Analyst III in Behavioral Sciences to conduct and evaluate original research projects aimed at improving County services. The role involves developing research hypotheses, designing complex studies, and collaborating with various agencies to enhance community services.

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Comp. & Benefits

Responsibilities

Develops original research hypotheses directed toward the improvement of County services in areas such as mental health, probation, welfare services and human relations

Plans, designs, conducts and evaluates research projects involving complex experimental designs such as univariate and multi-variate analysis of variance, standard and inverse factor analysis and discriminant function

Devises data processing procedures that make use of high speed computers and works with computer personnel in the programming and processing of data

Prepares reports and recommendations based on research findings

Consults with other departmental professional and administrative personnel in the development of study designs, the execution of the studies and the practical application of the results of research projects

Consults and maintains collaborative relationships with external agencies and partners (e.g. Universities, Colleges, RAND Corp.) concerning research problems, studies and to develop a research agenda

Trains and supervises technical and clerical personnel in connection with research projects

Uses statistical research software such as SAS, SPSS, ArcGIS, and GIS to perform complex data analysis and produce reports

Defines data requirements, gathers and validates information, applies judgment and statistical tests

Plans, develops, and maintains research, data and related databases and systems

Plans and designs complex research projects focusing on community engagement and policy analysis using qualitative and quantitative methods

Conducts extensive literature reviews to contextualize the current knowledge and methodologies of a topic and provides a critical evaluation using multiple sources such as online journal databases, Federal/Local government websites and other internet sources

Contextualizes and presents data in compelling graphics for Department staff, community stakeholders, and decision-makers

Evaluates juvenile and adult justice systems and programs to ensure quality and effectiveness of services provided

Qualification

Ph.D. in Behavioral SciencesStatistical Research SoftwareResearch Project DesignQualitativeQuantitative MethodsData AnalysisDatabase ManagementLiterature ReviewData PresentationSupervisory SkillsCollaboration SkillsCommunication SkillsOrganizational Skills

Required

A Ph.D. or other doctoral degree from an accredited college or university with specialization in a field of the behavioral - OR - social sciences AND One year's post-doctoral research experience including responsibility for the design, evaluation and implementation of research projects in a behavioral or social science field

Master's degree in a field of the behavioral or social sciences and any combination of relevant education and/or experience totaling five (5) years

Proficiency in specialized statistical research software such as SAS, SPSS, ArcGIS, and GIS

Experience planning, developing, and maintaining research, data and related databases and systems

Research experience working with qualitative and quantitative methods, trend data, cross-sectional data, conducting predictive analytics, and utilizing research data and management techniques

Published research in peer review publications related to public administration, behavioral sciences or social science

Experience conducting literature reviews to contextualize the current knowledge and methodologies of a topic and provide a critical evaluation using multiple sources such as online journal databases, Federal/Local government websites and other internet sources

Knowledge of survey and administrative data sources from a variety of fields

Strong ability to contextualize and present data in compelling graphics for Department staff, community stakeholders, and decision-makers

Experience in designing and conducting complex research projects focusing on community engagement and policy analysis

Experience in evaluating juvenile and adult justice systems and programs

Experience in establishing and maintaining collaborative relationships with external agencies and partners (e.g. Universities, Colleges, RAND Corp.) to develop a research agenda

Strong written and verbal communication skills and excellent organizational skills

Strong ability to prioritize multiple assignments, supervise and manage the work of a team of researchers, work proactively and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment