Research and Policy Analyst
About The Position
The Research and Policy Analyst supports research and workforce data analytics within the Institute for Science, Technology, and Policy. Working under the guidance of a manager and senior director, the analyst contributes to workforce research projects through data analysis, report and visualization preparation, survey administration, and policy and environmental scans. The role focuses on quantitative and qualitative analysis, research design, statistical modeling, data visualization, and translating complex findings into actionable recommendations. The analyst uses workforce research and data to advance the Institute’s strategic goals, advocacy priorities, and policy initiatives. The position also supports project coordination, research collaborations, organizational compliance, and administrative activities such as conference logistics and maintaining workforce resource webpages. The ideal candidate is organized and adaptable, able to manage varied research, administrative, and executive-support responsibilities with minimal supervision, and demonstrates sound judgment, confidentiality, communication, attention to detail, and prioritization skills.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Data Analytics, Statistics, Public Health, Public Policy, Economics, Social Sciences, or a related field.
- At least 3 years of experience conducting applied research, data analysis, and program or policy evaluation.
- Demonstrated proficiency in quantitative and qualitative research methods, statistical analysis, data visualization, and dashboard development.
- Ability to synthesize complex data into clear, actionable insights and communicate findings through reports, presentations, and research products for diverse audiences.
- Strong organization, adaptability, communication, attention to detail, prioritization, judgment, and confidentiality skills; ability to manage varied responsibilities with minimal supervision.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of workforce, healthcare, research, or public policy issues.
- Experience with research and analytics tools such as R, Python, SQL, Tableau, Power BI, SAS, or Stata.
Responsibilities
- Perform quantitative and qualitative data analysis for workforce research and advocacy projects using tools such as SPSS, Python, and Tableau.
- Support the development and deployment of pathology and laboratory workforce surveys and studies in coordination with ASCP measurement and evaluation, marketing, and communication teams, and the ASCP Board of Certification.
- Conduct literature reviews to support workforce initiatives.
- Support the ASCP pathology and laboratory workforce visibility campaign through outreach to coalition partners and stakeholders outside the laboratory field.
- Produce tables, figures, and charts for research reports, PowerPoint presentations, dashboards, issue briefs, information flyers, and other formats.
- Use workforce research and data to inform the Institute’s strategic goals, advocacy priorities, and policy initiatives.
- Translate statistical insights into evidence-based briefs, infographics, and data booklets.
- Assist with committee coordination, meeting materials, and policy updates.
- Perform data and software management tasks; use data to answer queries, contribute to special projects, and support research collaborations with partners, government agencies, and advocacy coalitions.
- Prepare reports and briefings for senior leadership, external partners, government stakeholders, and advocacy initiatives, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and strategic impact.
- Support conference and meeting logistics.
- Maintain workforce resource webpages and related materials.
- May provide guidance to interns or temporary staff.
- Support compliance with research protocols and organizational policies.
- Track project activities, timelines, and deliverables.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
