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    Research Associate - Salt Lake City, United States - University of Utah

    University of Utah
    University of Utah Salt Lake City, United States

    2 weeks ago

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    Open Date 04/11/2024 Requisition Number PRN38226B Job Title Research Associate Working Title Public Policy Analyst Job Grade A00 FLSA Code Professional Patient Sensitive Job Code? No Standard Hours per Week 40 Full Time or Part Time? Full Time Shift Day Work Schedule Summary

    Monday through Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

    VP Area Academic Affairs Department The Policy Institute Location Campus City Salt Lake City, UT Type of Recruitment External Posting Pay Rate Range 60, ,000 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Job Summary

    The Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute is seeking a public policy analyst to join the demography team.

    This position will primarily provide technical support, and eventually subject-area expertise, of the subcounty (city and census tract) annual population estimate program.

    This includes gathering demographic, housing, and construction data from internal and external resources, incorporating knowledge of local context and conditions, geocoding and analysis with GIS software, and implementing existing demographic models with programming scripts.

    The successful candidate will be able to research and troubleshoot when data, assumptions, or models require adjusting.


    Additionally, the research associate will work with other demographic team members to create original content that summarizes demographic findings with written reports, data visualizations, and other duties as assigned.

    They will accurately communicate verbally and in writing to technical and non-technical audiences.

    The Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute subscribes to five committable core values. We call them committable values because we make serious personnel and project decisions based on these values. We call them core because we integrate them into everything we do. They are internal values but are reflected externally in the products and services we provide to the community.

    Taken together, our committable core values define who we are, how we conduct ourselves, and what comprises our work culture.

    Responsibility to the community

    The Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute exists to serve Utah and help our state prosper.

    While we make a contribution to regional, national, and international public policy issues, we focus on assisting communities of interest within our state to make informed decisions.

    Research integrity and relevance

    The Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute adheres to ethical principles and professional standards essential for responsible research. We value independent, relevant, meaningful, and understandable work.

    Accountability

    The Kem C.

    Gardner Policy Institute holds employees responsible for being continually productive in the work setting, being fiscally responsible, and delivering high quality products and services to the community, university, Eccles School, donors, and clients.

    Collaboration

    The Kem C.

    Gardner Policy Institute actively partners with people and organizations on campus and in the community to achieve our vision and mission.

    We believe teamwork among our staff and with others will provide the best research and foster success.

    Positive and passionate

    The Kem C.

    Gardner Policy Institute employs people who are deeply committed to their craft and contribute to a positive and respectful work environment.

    We seek a congenial workplace where individual differences are both respected and celebrated, and we have fun along the way.

    Disclaimer


    This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.

    It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

    Responsibilities

    Essential Functions


    • Responsible for technical support of subcounty estimate program.
    • Acquires, compiles, and analyzes data from a variety of sources.
    • Supports the research efforts of the demography team.
    • Utilizes analysis, writing, and visualization skills to produce demography team products.
    • Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
    • Ability to meet deadlines.
    • Ability to work on multiple projects at a time.
    Minimum Qualifications Preferences

    Qualifications


    Requires a bachelor's degree and 1-2 years of relevant experience (one year of graduate education is equivalent to two years of experience).

    Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, Powerpoint) and GIS products.

    Experience with programs such as Tableau, R, SAS, Stata, or Python.

    Experience with data and data analysis.

    Strong communication skills, especially written.

    Preferred Qualifications

    Experience with demographic concepts and population data.

    Knowledge of Census Bureau data and products.

    Master's degree.

    Content knowledge in social sciences.

    Experience with databases.

    Ability to effectively present findings to researchers and stakeholders

    Type Benefited Staff Special Instructions Summary Additional Information

    The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems ("URS").

    Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work).

    Contact Human Resources at for information.

    Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS' post-retirement rules and restrictions.

    Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at or or University Human Resource Management at if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

    This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.


    The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.

    All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.


    The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status.

    The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106.

    The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment.

    Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.


    To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action (OEO/AA).

    More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at:

    Online reports may be submitted at

    This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses.

    They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah.

    A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.

    Posting Specific Questions

    Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).


    • Do you have a related Bachelor's degree or equivalency? (2 years related work experience may be substituted for 1 year of education)
    • Yes
    • No
    • How many years of related work experience do you have?
    • Less than 2 years
    • 2 year or more, but less than 4 years
    • 4 years or more, but less than 6 years
    • 6 years or more, but less than 8 years
    • 8 years or more
    Applicant Documents

    Required Documents


    • Resume
    • Cover Letter
    Optional Documents


    • Addendum to the University of Utah - Veteran Only - Call after submission
    • Appropriate discharge document (such as a DD-21- Member Copy 4) - Veteran Only - Call
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