Temple University
Policy Research Analyst - (25002692)\* Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in public policy, public administration, political science, education, or another related field\* Minimum of 2 years of relevant professional experience in policy analysis, research analysis, legislative affairs, or related fields\* An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered (e.g. 4-5 years relevant professional experience)\* Ability to analyze and interpret academic research findings for non-technical audiences\* Ability to review and interpret descriptive statistics, and conduct related analyses, from large datasets (e.g. means, medians, percentages, and crosstabs)\* Proficiency in distilling and summarizing federal or state-level policy for non-technical audiences\* Proficiency with Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and virtual communication platforms (e.g., Zoom or Microsoft Teams)\* Strong interest in higher education and/or anti-poverty policy research\* Experience working on topics related to the Center’s work on student basic needs, college affordability, public benefits, or financial aid\* Experience with higher education or student datasets and research\* Familiarity and comfort with analyzing complex survey data or large datasets (e.g., U.S. Department of Education data including the National Postsecondary Student Aid Study, Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System, Beginning Postsecondary Study, or Baccalaureate & Beyond, U.S. Census data, Federal Reserve data, or credit panel data), such as applying survey weights to produce representative estimates\* Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously and independently\* Strong interpersonal skills and oral communication skills, including the ability to interact with diverse populations\* Strong writing skills and demonstrated ability to present analysis in an accessible manner\* Data analysis, review, and interpretation of existing federal, state, and institutional datasets, surveys, and research about students in higher education using basic statistical methods**Compliance Statement:** In the performance of their functions as detailed in the position description employees have an obligation to avoid ethical, legal, financial and other conflicts of interest to ensure that their actions and outside activities do not conflict with their primary employment responsibilities at the institution. Employees are also expected to understand and be in compliance with applicable laws, University and employment policies and regulations, including NCAA regulations for areas and departments which their essential functions cause them to interact.## Primary Location: Location INSIDE of PA
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