Senior Research Analyst

PROJECT POLICY ANL 3 RP (005257)

UCPath Position ID: 40975489

Position Description History/Status

For Reference ONLY - PeopleAdmin JA Number:

1134929

Approved Date:

5/12/2026 9:18:46 PM

Date Last Edited:

5/12/2026 9:18:39 PM

Last Action Effective Date:

2/9/2023

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:

40975489

Position Description ID

167279

UC Payroll Title:

PROJECT POLICY ANL 3 RP (005257)

Personnel Program

Professional and Support Staff (PSS)

Salary Grade:

STEPS

Job Code FLSA:

Exempt

Union Code (Collective Bargaining Unit):

RP: Research and Public Service PR

Employee Relations Code:

E: All Others - Not Confidential

Employee Class (Appt Type):

2 - Staff: Career

Full-Time Equivalent (FTE)

1

SUPERVISION

UCPath Reports to Position Number:

41188600

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

Working under the direction of the direct supervisor, the Senior Research Analyst will prioritize workflow and will follow through on assignments with minimal direction. Team meetings and frequent interaction with direct course and pace of work. The Senior Research Analyst position will play a key role in expanding the evaluation capacity of the POWER in Workforce Development team by advancing systemic change in California's public workforce system. Evaluation projects include approaches that center the most marginalized communities and developing frameworks for high road workforce development that measure worker voice, job quality, and equity improvements quantitatively and qualitatively. The Evaluation Specialist will manage and lead evaluations and will participate within evaluation teams on all aspects of projects, including the evaluation design, evaluation plan, methodology and instrument development, data collection procedures, analysis, and reporting. The Evaluation Specialist is expected to review professional literature in the field as needed and report on findings related to topics of interest, including best practices. The Evaluation Specialist will also collaborate with external partners and expand the Labor Center's evaluation capacity through staff training, external funding. We are looking for an evaluator with a strong commitment to culturally-responsive and equitable evaluation.

The UCLA Center for Labor Research and Education, Downtown Labor Center conducts research on issues related to labor and employment. The Labor Center's research, policy and educational initiatives serve to inform a diverse group of stakeholders: workers, community organizers, policy makers, educators, labor leaders, students, and elected officials. The Labor Center carries out research on topics such as labor and workplace conditions, and works with community-based organizations, unions, government, policy institutes and employers to develop innovative policy perspectives and programs. It also provides an important source of research and information on worker centers, unions and the changing workforce for students, scholars, policymakers and the public.

Strategic Planning, Fundraising Development, and External Engagement

Support the workforce development team in determining research and evaluation priorities. Lead the development of research and program evaluation plans for the team. Participate in the Labor Center's workforce development team, including planning around strategic priorities, projects, and fundraising opportunities, in alignment with the Labor Center's vision, mission, and strategic direction. Identify opportunities to strengthen collaboration with community partners, state agencies, workforce development organizations, unions, and other key stakeholders.

10%

Project Management Evaluation and Research Design, Coordinator, and Data Analysis

Manage all aspects of evaluation and research projects including meeting with staff to develop a workplan, project roles, and responsibilities. Conceive and design research and evaluation projects. Manage research and evaluation coordination and methodology design. Prepare human subject (IRB) applications and establish research timelines and staffing plans. Coordinate and participate in fielding and data collection efforts. Train staff on research methodologies, data analysis, and evaluation frameworks. Oversee graduate and undergraduate students’ work on research tasks and data analysis. Develop training guides on data management, data analysis and writing guidelines. Compile and organize past research projects and databases into an internally shared drive.

35%

Data Collection and Analysis

Develop and finalize research and evaluation protocols. Conduct surveys, interviews, literature reviews, and analyze government data sources. Develop coding systems, codebooks, data cleaning plans and prepare data for analysis using Dedoose, excel, SPSS, R, or other data analysis programs. Create maps using ArcGIS or other web-based mapping applications. Prepare metadata for research projects (description of data files, syntax directory, data dictionaries). Identify, analyze, and interpret trends or patterns in complex data-sets. Prepare write-ups summarizing findings and data analysis briefs or reports for collective review. Maintain databases, ensuring data integrity, and accuracy. Compile data management and project sharing best practices and resources for staff.

30%

Project Reporting, and Dissemination

Draft summary of research findings. Compose final research briefs and final report. Provide updates to the POWER team and LC staff on POWER research and evaluation projects. Prepare powerpoints, infographics, and other materials for varied audiences. Facilitate engagement with community partners and key stakeholders to share research and evaluation reports. Present research findings at conferences, gallery walks, press and media outlets and other public forums.

25%

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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 area and / or equivalent experience / training

Required

Master's Degree

Research management, designing and carrying out research and evaluation projects.

Preferred

5-7 years

Related research experience participating in large research projects in a field relevant to labor and low-wage work.

Required

And

5-7 years

Data Analysis, economic development, public policy, urban planning, labor studies/labor relations, or law; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required

Participated in large research projects in a field relevant to labor and low-wage work, data analysis, economic development, public policy, urban planning, labor studies/labor relations, or law; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required

Experience with multiple research and evaluation methods, including strong quantitative and qualitative research skills, cultural and racial equity program evaluation design, participatory data collection methods, and knowledge of Dedoose, SPSS or other software programs and their implementation.

Required

Organizational skills to a) work independently with minimal supervision, b) determine workload priorities and tasks to complete work in a timely manner, and c) identify and resolve problems.

Required

Knowledge of California workforce development programs, labor movement, and social justice organizations.

Required

Project management and coordination experience, including adherence to project timelines, liaising with partners, developing workplans, and managing fielding and data plans.

Required

Proven systematic organizational skills to work independently with minimal supervision, determine workload priorities and tasks to complete work in a timely manner, while identifying and resolving problems.

Required

Interpersonal skills to interact sensitively and to establish and maintain positive relationships with colleagues, students, community leaders, government officials, and workers from diverse social, cultural and educational backgrounds.

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

Demonstrated written, oral, and visual communication skills to translate complex data and policy issues into easy-to-understand resources using "popular education" principles.

Required

Ability to work with a flexible schedule, as dictated by operational needs.

Required

Ability to maintain the privacy and confidentiality of participant information and follow the University's guidelines on work ethics and integrity.

Required

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

Preferred

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.

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

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.