Research Assistant (Work, Education & Labor Division)

The Urban Institute is seeking a Research Assistant to work on education and workforce projects, including apprenticeships, postsecondary student success, and career pathways in K12. The successful candidate will possess a background in public policy (especially education policy) and strong data management and analysis skills.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in economics, public policy, mathematics, statistics, or related disciplines
• 0-2 years of experience
• Analytical skills with demonstrated interest in education policy
• Superior attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and strong skills in mathematics, statistics as well as oral and written communication
• Prior research experience, including experience working with federal survey data, other large data sets, or detailed state-level policy data
• Experience with qualitative data collection and analysis of survey and site visit findings
• Ability to download, clean, and do basic analysis of large datasets
• Subject/content specific knowledge of education and/or workforce systems

Benefits

• Generous paid time off
• Medical (including prescription), dental and vision insurance
• Transit benefits
• 403(b) retirement plan participation
• Generous employer contribution to retirement plan
• Health advocate
• Personal finance coaching
• Employee Assistance Program
• Educational assistance for undergraduate and graduate degree programs