NLIHC seeks a research analyst to further the coalition’s research on the housing needs of renters with extremely low incomes and policy responses to the shortage of affordable housing. The analyst will work with other members of the NLIHC research team to initiate and carry-out research, including data collection, analysis, and dissemination. This is a two-year full-time position.
The position has a salary range of $87,000 to $93,000, contingent upon experience, and requires a hybrid (or in-office) work schedule in NLIHC’s offices in Washington, D.C.
Responsibilities
- Implement quantitative and/or qualitative research, including data collection and analysis.
- Maintain and expand NLIHC holdings of and access to major datasets that inform NLIHC campaigns and partners.
- Assist other NLIHC staff and interns with data usage.
- Write reports that communicate NLIHC research to the general public.
- Disseminate NLIHC research to the general public, members, and partners through written reports and blogs, visualizations, and other means.
- Participate in other research, as assigned.
- Contribute to NLIHC’s weekly e-newsletter Memo to Members & Partners by identifying and summarizing new research relevant to NLIHC members.
- Prepare information and position papers as required to meet NLIHC’s goals and objectives.
- Represent NLIHC with other partners through participation in working groups and advisory committees.
- Public speaking at meetings and conferences in DC and around the country, with a priority for NLIHC member organizations.
- Respond to requests for information from NLIHC members, members of the media, and the public.
- Participate in NLIHC staff meetings, staff training, working groups, and other events.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
A bachelor’s degree is required (master’s degree preferred). Applicants should have at least one year of experience in research and/or public policy. Applicants should have a commitment to social justice and knowledge of affordable housing, homelessness, or disaster recovery policy. Candidates should have strong analytical, writing, and oral and interpersonal communication skills. Applicants should be proficient in the Microsoft Office suite and in either a programming language like Python or statistical package like SPSS. GIS experience a plus.
This is a two-year full-time position. An equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, NLIHC offers a competitive salary and benefits package. Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter with salary requirement, and two writing samples to Andrew Aurand, senior vice president for research, at [email protected].