Research Assistant (Tax Policy Center)
Urban Institute•The Urban Institute (DC), DC
•$52,520 - $65,650•Hybrid
About The Position
The Urban-Brookings Tax Policy Center (TPC) improves tax and fiscal policy decision-making through independent, timely, and accessible analysis. Using a microsimulation model comparable to those used by federal scorekeepers, TPC shows how policies affect taxpayers, revenues, and the economy. TPC’s nationally recognized experts conduct research on emerging issues and provide technical assistance to policymakers at all levels of government. They also educate policymakers, advocates, journalists, and the public about the tax code and how to use it to advance economic and social policy.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, or other Social Sciences (Public Policy, Political Science, Sociology, etc.)
- Familiarity with basic econometric techniques and data analysis software packages (such as Stata, R, or SAS)
- Excellent research and analytical skills, including prior experience formulating research questions and hypotheses, summarizing literature, and conducting data analysis
- Strong organizational and communication skills
- Excellent attention to detail
- Self-motivated individual with the ability to prioritize workload and to work both independently and as part of a team
- Ability to take the initiative to suggest improvements or innovations on assigned tasks
- Ability to communicate respectfully with individuals of differing backgrounds and experience
Nice To Haves
- Candidates who can follow a hybrid work schedule are strongly preferred.
Responsibilities
- Work with the TPC’s microsimulation models
- Collect and analyze data
- Conduct background research and literature reviews
- Collaborate on written products such as blog posts, policy briefs, and research papers
- Produce graphics for publications and the TPC website
- Other duties assigned by the supervisor
Benefits
- Generous paid time off
- Nine federal holidays
- Medical (including prescription) insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Transit benefits
- 403(b) retirement plan participation immediately
- Generous employer contribution to 403(b) after six months of service and 500 hours, with immediate vesting
- Health advocate
- Personal finance coaching
- Employee Assistance Program
- Educational assistance for undergraduate and graduate degree programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
