Project and Policy Analyst 2

PROJECT POLICY ANL 2 RP (005256)

UCPath Position ID: 41215145

Position Description History/Status

Approved Date:

3/25/2026 7:01:11 PM

Date Last Edited:

3/25/2026 7:01:08 PM

Last Action Effective Date:

Organization Details

Business Unit (Location):

LACMP

Organization Code:

1300O

Organization:

LETTERS AND SCIENCE

Division Code:

1350D

Division:

L&S SOCIAL SCIENCES

Department:

210500 - INSTITUTE FOR RES ON LABOR AND EMPLOYMT

Position Details

UCPath Position Number:

41215145

Position Description ID

248088

UC Payroll Title:

PROJECT POLICY ANL 2 RP (005256)

Personnel Program

Professional and Support Staff (PSS)

Salary Grade:

STEPS

Job Code FLSA:

Non-Exempt

Union Code (Collective Bargaining Unit):

RP: Research and Public Service PR

Employee Relations Code:

E: All Others - Not Confidential

Employee Class (Appt Type):

4 - Staff: Limited

Full-Time Equivalent (FTE)

1

SUPERVISION

UCPath Reports to Position Number:

40975831

Reports to Payroll Title:

Academic Administrator VI

UCPath Department Head Position Number:

40051237

Department Head Payroll Title:

Director

GENERAL SUPERVISION - Indicates that the incumbent develops procedures for performance of variety of duties; or performs complex duties within established policy guidelines.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Research Analyst will work with the POWER Team to support the Department of Economic Opportunity High Road Training Partnership (HRTP) initiative project. The Analyst will lead research coordination, methodology design, implementation, data analysis and dissemination. The position will entail attending meetings and regularly engaging with community partners and key stakeholders in critical workforce development in Los Angeles and California. The research includes surveys, interviews, literature reviews, and government data sources. The Analyst will work with a research team and together prepare reports and visually appealing materials for varied audiences.

Specific responsibilities include supporting the design of research methodology, coordinating various components of the research such as developing and monitoring team workplans and overseeing fielding and data collection, conducting research tasks such as literature reviews, preparing data for analysis such as cleaning datasets, analyzing data using software, preparing and summarizing data for reports, report drafting, and supporting dissemination to broad audiences. 

The Institute for Research on Labor and Employment (IRLE) is a multidisciplinary research center dedicated to advancing labor research and education for workplace justice. Through the work of its units; the UCLA Labor Center, the Labor Occupational Safety and Health program (LOSH) and Human Resources Roundtable (HARRT); its academic program, the UCLA Labor Studies Department; and its research initiatives, the Institute forms wide-ranging economic equity agendas that carry UCLA into the Los Angeles community and beyond.

Project Management

● Develop research and evaluation methodologies and coordinate implementation for the DEO HRTP initiatve.    

● Manage survey implementation and monitor progress.

● Direct and plan advanced statistical analysis like regression, confidence intervals, and hypothesis testing on survey projects.

30%

Research Coordination, Data Collection and Analysis

●Supports the design of research methodology such as sampling and fielding procedures, research instruments, databases and pilots.

●Coordinates various components of the research and evaluation projects (developing and monitoring team workplans, overseeing fielding and data collection.)

●Conducts research tasks such as literature reviews, analysis of government data, and collecting surveys, focus groups, and interviews.

●Prepares data for analysis such as cleaning survey datasets, transcribing and coding interviews and focus groups . Analyzes data using STATA or R for surveys and Dedoose for interviews.

●Prepares and summarizes data and literature and/or recommendations.

●Drafts and edits internal and external documents, including analyses and reports. Development of accessible media.

70%

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Performs other duties as assigned.

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Complies with all policies and standards.

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Complies with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Principles of Community.

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This position description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of the organization.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's Degree

In related field (Sociology, Labor Studies, Political Science, etc.) and / or equivalent experience / training

Required

3-5 years

Demonstrated research experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required

And

Knowledge and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position.

Required

Driver License

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Must possess, upon hire, and maintain a valid CA noncommercial Class C License in accordance with the California (CA) Department of Motor Vehicles.

Required

Project coordination experience, including adherence to project timelines, liaising with partners, overseeing fielding and data plans.

Required

For quantitative,   experience includes familiarity with survey and census datasets, survey platforms (i.e. Qualtrics), and statistical software (i.e. STATA or R.) For qualitative,   experience includes experience conducting interviews and focus groups, coding, and using analysis software (i.e. Dedoose).

Required

Ability to conduct literature reviews on a wide range of topics, industries, and policies.

Required

Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to work well with community partners, stakeholders, and academics through community-lead research and students as well as labor leaders and rank and file workers.

Required

Verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to summarize and present complex information in a clear and concise manner.

Required

Demonstrated ability to write and edit engaging, clear, precise, and grammatically correct reports and articles, with strong attention to detail and quality control, for scholarly, policy, and popular audiences.

Required

Ability to take initiative and manage workload with minimal supervision.

Required

Master's degree in public policy, economics, sociology, or related discipline.

Preferred

Coursework and/or applied research experience in industrial relations, labor economics, and/or labor market analysis.

Preferred

Familiarity with Labor Center professional goals and objectives, programs and constituency groups.

Preferred

Demonstrated quantitative or qualitative research skills, such as developing protocols, conducting surveys, focus groups, or interviews, cleaning and analyzing data, and summarizing findings.

Required

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS AND/OR CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.

Age Requirement: Candidate(s) must be 18 years or older to be eligible to be hired.

COVID and Flu Vaccinations: The position is subject to providing evidence of inoculation.

20%

Must live in Southern California, have reliable transportation, and be able to travel within California and the U.S.

LOCATION AND PHYSICAL, ENVIRONMENTAL, MENTAL (PEM) REQUIREMENTS

Environment and Work Location Information

Environment Type:

Non-Clinical Setting

Location Setting:

Other University Setting(s)

Location:

Downtown Labor Center

Standing/Walking

X

Sitting

X

X

Bending/Stooping

X

Squatting/Kneeling

X

Climbing

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 0-25 lbs

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 26-50 lbs

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull over 50 lbs

X

Physical requirements other

X

Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes

X

Loud noise levels

X

Marked changes in humidity or temperature

X

Microwave/Radiation

X

Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment

X

Exposures other

X

Sustained attention and concentration

X

X

Complex problem solving/reasoning

X

X

Ability to organize & prioritize

X

X

Communication skills

X

X

Numerical skills

X

X

Mental demands other

X

X

Classification 3:  Position in which exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues is not part of the position description. The normal routine task involves no exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues and the employee can decline to perform tasks which involve a perceived risk without retribution.