RESEARCH ANALYST III, BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES

Los Angeles County (CA)•Los Angeles, CA

61d

About The Position

Plans, conducts, interprets and evaluates original research projects involving complex experimental designs in the field of behavioral and social sciences. Develops original research hypotheses directed toward the improvement of County services in areas such as mental health, probation, welfare services and human relations. Plans, designs, conducts and evaluates research projects involving complex experimental designs such as univariate and multi-variate analysis of variance, standard and inverse factor analysis and discriminant function. Devises data processing procedures that make use of high speed computers and works with computer personnel in the programming and processing of data. Prepares reports and recommendations based on research findings. Consults with other departmental professional and administrative personnel in the development of study designs, the execution of the studies and the practical application of the results of research projects. Consults and maintains collaborative relationships with external agencies and partners (e.g. Universities, Colleges, RAND Corp.) concerning research problems, studies and to develop a research agenda. Trains and supervises technical and clerical personnel in connection with research projects. Uses statistical research software such as SAS, SPSS, ArcGIS, and GIS to perform complex data analysis and produce reports. Defines data requirements, gathers and validates information, applies judgment and statistical tests. Plans, develops, and maintains research, data and related databases and systems. Plans and designs complex research projects focusing on community engagement and policy analysis using qualitative and quantitative methods. Conducts extensive literature reviews to contextualize the current knowledge and methodologies of a topic and provides a critical evaluation using multiple sources such as online journal databases, Federal/Local government websites and other internet sources. Contextualizes and presents data in compelling graphics for Department staff, community stakeholders, and decision-makers. Evaluates juvenile and adult justice systems and programs to ensure quality and effectiveness of services provided.

Requirements

Option I: A Ph.D. or other doctoral degree from an accredited college or university with specialization in a field of the behavioral - OR - social sciences - AND - One year's post-doctoral research experience including responsibility for the design, evaluation and implementation of research projects in a behavioral or social science field.
Option II: Master's degree in a field of the behavioral or social sciences and any combination of relevant education and/or experience totaling five (5) years.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency in specialized statistical research software such as SAS, SPSS, ArcGIS, and GIS.
Experience planning, developing, and maintaining research, data and related databases and systems.
Research experience working with qualitative and quantitative methods, trend data, cross-sectional data, conducting predictive analytics, and utilizing research data and management techniques.
Published research in peer review publications related to public administration, behavioral sciences or social science.
Experience conducting literature reviews to contextualize the current knowledge and methodologies of a topic and provide a critical evaluation using multiple sources such as online journal databases, Federal/Local government websites and other internet sources.
Knowledge of survey and administrative data sources from a variety of fields.
Strong ability to contextualize and present data in compelling graphics for Department staff, community stakeholders, and decision-makers.
Experience in designing and conducting complex research projects focusing on community engagement and policy analysis.
Experience in evaluating juvenile and adult justice systems and programs.
Experience in establishing and maintaining collaborative relationships with external agencies and partners (e.g. Universities, Colleges, RAND Corp.) to develop a research agenda.
Strong written and verbal communication skills and excellent organizational skills.
Strong ability to prioritize multiple assignments, supervise and manage the work of a team of researchers, work proactively and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Plans, conducts, interprets and evaluates original research projects involving complex experimental designs in the field of behavioral and social sciences.
Develops original research hypotheses directed toward the improvement of County services in areas such as mental health, probation, welfare services and human relations.
Plans, designs, conducts and evaluates research projects involving complex experimental designs such as univariate and multi-variate analysis of variance, standard and inverse factor analysis and discriminant function.
Devises data processing procedures that make use of high speed computers and works with computer personnel in the programming and processing of data.
Prepares reports and recommendations based on research findings.
Consults with other departmental professional and administrative personnel in the development of study designs, the execution of the studies and the practical application of the results of research projects.
Consults and maintains collaborative relationships with external agencies and partners (e.g. Universities, Colleges, RAND Corp.) concerning research problems, studies and to develop a research agenda.
Trains and supervises technical and clerical personnel in connection with research projects.
Uses statistical research software such as SAS, SPSS, ArcGIS, and GIS to perform complex data analysis and produce reports.
Defines data requirements, gathers and validates information, applies judgment and statistical tests.
Plans, develops, and maintains research, data and related databases and systems.
Plans and designs complex research projects focusing on community engagement and policy analysis using qualitative and quantitative methods.
Conducts extensive literature reviews to contextualize the current knowledge and methodologies of a topic and provides a critical evaluation using multiple sources such as online journal databases, Federal/Local government websites and other internet sources.
Contextualizes and presents data in compelling graphics for Department staff, community stakeholders, and decision-makers.
Evaluates juvenile and adult justice systems and programs to ensure quality and effectiveness of services provided.