IDA: Research Associate – Virginia

Summary Statement: Under direct supervision, provides qualitative and quantitative research support, assisting and supporting work activities of more experienced research staff and other professional staff. This is an entry level position.

Primary Responsibilities:

1. Maintains project files and databases; develops and maintains information sources and contacts; conducts reviews and searches of printed literature and databases, including government databases.

2. Maintains bibliographic and statistical data; performs data cleaning and coding; summarizes and documents contract information, research findings, and other information;

3. Contributes to the writing of project reports or papers as required. Completes research and programming tasks; develops draft reports on research findings and preliminary analyses.

4. Prepares and maintains project documentation.

5. Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master”s degree in a curriculum relevant to the division’s mission.
• Computer programming capability, training in data collection, analysis, or project coordination skills may be required or preferred for some positions.
• Ability to obtain and maintain necessary security clearances.

We support transparency, equity, and fairness in our compensation program and provide a reasonable estimate of the salary range based on data-driven market analysis for each position. While it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range, a reasonable estimate of the salary range for this role is $68,681 – $109,890 Individual salary within this range will be commensurate with the incumbent’s experience, unique skills and qualifications, and other relevant factors.