Research Analyst

PROJECT POLICY ANL 3 RP (005257)

UCPath Position ID: TBD_1000226

Position Description History/Status

Approved Date:

8/10/2026 1:00:55 PM

Date Last Edited:

8/10/2026 1:00:52 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:

TBD_1000226

Position Description ID

263162

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:

41258309

Reports to Payroll Title:

Academic Administrator V

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 support the ReWork team with research and evaluation projects focused on labor and workplace conditions. Specifically, the Research Analyst will contribute to research and evaluation for the Domestic Worker and Employer Education and Outreach Program (DWEOP) and the California Worker Outreach Program (CWOP). These statewide initiatives educate low-wage workers and domestic workers about their rights.

The research and evaluation work includes surveys, interviews, focus groups, literature reviews, and analysis of government and administrative data sources. Key responsibilities include supporting research design and methodology development, coordinating data collection efforts, implementing studies, analyzing data, and supporting the writing and dissemination of findings. The Research Analyst will work as part of a collaborative research team to produce reports and develop visually engaging materials for a range of audiences, including community partners, policymakers, and the public.

The role requires active engagement with domestic worker organizations, worker centers, community partners, and stakeholders across Los Angeles and California.

Established in 1964, the UCLA Labor Center advances cutting-edge research, education, and service guided by our core values: economic equity, racial and immigrant justice, and worker power and solidarity.

Research and Evaluation Design

Support research and evaluation for DWEOP and CWOP by collaborating with project staff to help implement workplans, clarify roles, and track responsibilities. Assist in designing research and evaluation activities, including methodology development and preparation of survey instruments, interview and focus group guides. Help coordinate data collection efforts and contribute to the analysis of research data. Provide guidance and support to graduate and undergraduate students on research and evaluation tasks and data analysis. Develop reference materials and training guides on data management, analysis, and reporting.

15%

Project Implementation, Data Cleaning and Analysis

Conduct surveys, interviews, focus groups, literature reviews, industry analysis, and analyze government data sources. Create coding systems, codebooks, and data cleaning plans; prepare data for analysis using Dedoose, Excel, SPSS, R, or similar programs. Identify, analyze, and interpret trends in datasets. Maintain databases, ensuring data integrity and accuracy.

50%

Writing and Dissemination

Prepare summaries, briefs, and reports for team review. Develop data visualizations and infographics to include in reports, briefs, and social media content. Present research and evaluation findings to partners.

15%

Meetings and Partner Engagement

Coordinate and support meetings with the research team and program partners. This includes scheduling and facilitating internal project meetings, preparing agendas and meeting materials, and documenting key discussion points and action items.

Communicate regularly with DWEOP and CWOP partner organizations to support coordination and ensure alignment on research and evaluation activities. Draft and send team communications, including meeting follow-ups and project updates, as needed. Support participatory data analysis and dissemination activities by facilitating gallery walks and other community-based sessions that engage partners and stakeholders in reviewing, interpreting, and validating research findings.

20%

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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 a related area and / or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required

Master's Degree

In public policy, economics, sociology, or related discipline or equivalent experience / training

Preferred

3 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

And

Experience in project coordination, including adherence to project timelines, liaising with partners, overseeing fielding and data analysis plans.

Required

Quantitative research

Experience includes familiarity with survey and census datasets, survey platforms (e.g. Qualtrics), and statistical software (e.g. R, SPSS).

Required

Qualitative

Experience includes experience conducting interviews, coding, and using analysis software (e.g Dedoose).

Required

And

Experience with mixed-methods research and evaluation approaches, including participatory and community-engaged research and evaluation.

Required

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

Required

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

Required

Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to synthesize complex information into clear and accessible reports and presentations.

Required

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

Required

Ability to take initiative and manage workload with minimal supervision.

Required

Knowledge of Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.

Required

Ability to take initiative and manage workload with minimal supervision.

Required

Familiarity with California and Los Angeles worker rights organizations, including Labor unions, worker centers, and other relevant organizations.

Required

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

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.

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.