What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research & Policy Associate (Associate/Full Specialist) - UC Berkeley Labor Center position at University of California Berkeley?
Position overview
Position title : Research & Policy Associate Salary range : The UC academic salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and step at appointment. See the following table(s) for the current salary scale(s) for this position : https : / / www.ucop.edu / academic-personnel-programs / _files / 2024-25 / july-2024-scales / t24-b.pdf
A reasonable estimate for this position is $73,000 - $110,300 Percent time : 100% Anticipated start : Winter 2024 Position duration : Two (2) years with the possibility of renewal based on funding and performance.
Application Window
Open date : October 8, 2024
Most recent review date : Friday, Jan 17, 2025 at 11 : 59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications received after this date will be reviewed by the search committee if the position has not yet been filled.
Final date : Friday, Feb 7, 2025 at 11 : 59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.
Position description
UC Berkeley Labor Center
The UC Berkeley Labor Center conducts research and education on issues related to labor and employment. The Labor Center's curricula and leadership training serve to educate a diverse new generation of labor leaders. The Labor Center carries out policy-relevant research on topics such as job quality and workforce development and works with unions, policymakers, and other stakeholders to develop innovative policy perspectives and programs. The Labor Center provides an essential source of research and information on unions and the changing workforce for students, scholars, policymakers, and the public. This position offers an exciting opportunity to be part of a high-impact, high-visibility organization and to work with a nationally recognized team of researchers, policy analysts, and educators.
Position Overview
The Research and Policy Associate will conduct policy-relevant research on low-wage work and a diverse set of policies that affect working families, immigrants, and communities of color in California and across the country. This position offers an exciting opportunity to be part of a high-impact, high-visibility organization and to work with a nationally-recognized team of researchers, policy analysts, and academics.
Position Responsibilities
- Contributing to the low-wage work team at the Labor Center, conducting academic and policy-related research relevant to low-wage workers and working families
- Research methods include : Quantitative research, including statistical analyses drawing on government datasets, academic research and industry trade data; Qualitative research, including field interviews, focus groups, and analysis of secondary sources
- Providing technical assistance to stakeholders, policy makers, media and internal staff on issues related to low-wage work, labor standards, and other labor and employment topics
- Coordinating research with academic researchers on other UC Campuses
- Serving as co-author on research reports and policy briefs, and drafting op-eds and public testimony
- Contributing to fundraising proposals for research projects
Department : https : / / irle.berkeley.edu /
Unit : https : / / laborcenter.berkeley.edu /
Qualifications
Basic qualifications (required at time of application)
Bachelor's degree or equivalent international degree
Additional qualifications (required at time of start)
Associate Specialist
Full Specialist
Preferred qualifications
Associate Specialist
Full Specialist
Application Requirements
Document requirements
Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
Cover Letter
Writing Sample #1 - Writing sample on a topic relevant to the position
Writing Sample #2 - Writing sample on a topic relevant to the position
Statement of Research (Optional)
Applicant Information Form - Please download and complete the following Applicant Information Form
Reference requirements
Apply link : https : / / aprecruit.berkeley.edu / JPF04652
Help contact : myearian@berkeley.edu
About UC Berkeley
UC Berkeley is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. The excellence of the institution requires an environment in which the diverse community of faculty, students, and staff are welcome and included. Successful candidates will demonstrate knowledge and skill related to ensuring equity and inclusion in the activities of their academic position (e.g., teaching, research, and service, as applicable).
The University of California, Berkeley is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status.
Please refer to the University of California's Affirmative Action Policy and the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy.
In searches when letters of reference are required all letters will be treated as confidential per University of California policy and California state law. Please refer potential referees, including when letters are provided via a third party (i.e., dossier service or career center), to the UC Berkeley statement of confidentiality prior to submitting their letter.
As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and / or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.
As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct, are currently being investigated for misconduct, left a position during an investigation for alleged misconduct, or have filed an appeal with a previous employer.
Job location
Berkeley, CA; Eligible for 3 days remote work
Salary : $73,000 - $110,300
