Postdoctoral Associate for Regional Gun Violence Research Consortium

About the Role

The Rockefeller Institute of Government, the public policy research arm of the State University of New York, is seeking a Postdoctoral Associate to support the Regional Gun Violence Research Consortium (RGVRC). This role will contribute to existing and new sponsored research projects, expanding in-house subject matter expertise on firearm violence-related issues and policies. The position is full-time temporary for up to 24 months.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the RGVRC on sponsored research projects.
• Expand in-house subject matter expertise on firearm violence-related issues and policies.
• Identify relevant existing data sets or build new data sets.
• Conduct quantitative, qualitative, and/or mixed methods analyses.
• Meet with collaborators and relevant stakeholders.
• Assist in writing and presenting papers, blogs, and other research output.
• Data analysis for Consortium- and Institute-generated or sponsored projects.
• Writing and communicating findings to sponsors, peers, and the public.
• Development and execution of one's own research agenda under supervision.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Terminal degree (e.g., PhD or equivalent). Candidates who are ABD may apply if a terminal degree is awarded prior to the start date.
• Completed coursework in quantitative, qualitative, or mixed methods for social science research in a relevant field (criminology, criminal justice, sociology, public health, psychology, public policy, epidemiology, or political science).
• Advanced data analysis capabilities.
• Experience with data management / analysis software such as SPSS, R, or STATA.
• GIS experience (preferred).
• Experience with data visualization, including use of Tableau or similar software (preferred).

Qualifications

• Identifying and procuring essential data sets for policy analysis.
• Analyzing policy issues.
• Building professional relationships and interacting with staff in federal, state, and local government agencies, private-sector organizations, and other researchers.
• Communicating effectively, including superior writing skills.
• Strong organization and critical thinking skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. VISA sponsorship is not available.

Salary Range: $73,000-$85,000 annually, dependent on experience, education, training, and certifications.

State Title: Postdoctoral Associate (SL-1)

Union: United University Professions Union

Position Type: Temporary (up to 24 months)