Project Coordinator and Data Analyst in Child and Family Policy Institute for Policy Research Northwestern University

The Institute for Policy Research at Northwestern University (IPR) invites applications for a full- time Project Coordinator and Data Analyst starting Summer 2021. The Project Coordinator and Data Analyst will serve as an integral member of the Northwestern University Two-Generation Research Initiative (NU2Gen). NU2Gen examines the implementation and effectiveness of two- generation interventions, which link education and career training for low-income parents with educational programming for their children and youth. The central focus is evidence-based approaches to increasing family economic mobility. Our research is at the intersection of theories and empirics from developmental science, economics, and sociology. We specialize in program design, implementation, and evaluation of innovative education strategies that build on families’ strengths and address typical barriers to success.

Responsibilities: The Project Coordinator and Data Analyst will:

  1. Project Development: contribute to study design; develop and program surveys; conduct literature reviews; create project manuals.
  2. Data Management & Analysis: coordinate with nonprofits and schools to manage data collection; code data using Stata statistical software and train undergraduate Research Assistants to prepare data; create codebooks; oversee data preparation efforts across multiple sources and studies; conduct data analysis for formal reports, publications, and presentations.
  3. Research Support: prepare conference presentations; review and copy edit manuscripts and grant submissions; assist with grants management, project funding, and Institutional Review Board (IRB).
  4. Communication and Administration: arrange meetings and travel for team members; schedule meetings and Zoom invitations; take notes and minutes; manage and support the research team (e.g., hire Research Assistants, oversee day-to-day activities, order supplies).

Qualifications: A successful candidate must have: (1) a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Psychology, Human Development, Economics, Statistics, Social or Public Policy, or related field; (2) strong analytic, writing, and communication skills; (3) the ability to balance attention to detail with a big-picture understanding of research endeavors; (4) an aptitude for and interest in data management and measurement; and (5) interest in programs and policies aimed at improving the well-being of children and families. The candidate should be highly organized and able to work both independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team.

The position offers early career professionals an opportunity to learn hands-on how to develop, conduct, and disseminate interdisciplinary policy-relevant research. The Project Coordinator and Data Analyst interacts with a wide range of Northwestern students, faculty, and staff, and will report to Drs. Teresa Eckrich Sommer and Lauren Tighe.

Application: Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae or resume, writing sample, unofficial transcript, and contact information for three references to Atiya Addie (atiya.addie@northwestern.edu) by June 1, 2021.

Details: The first year will be a combination of remote and in-person (Evanston campus) based on Center for Disease Control and Northwestern University guidelines. There is an option for a second year contingent on performance and funding. Ideally, this position will begin Summer 2021. Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer of all protected classes including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Type
  • Professional development
Timeframe
  • Post-graduation