Research Analyst

PROJECT POLICY ANL 3 RP (005257)

UCPath Position ID: TBD_941272

Position Description History/Status

Approved Date:

4/15/2026 12:53:17 PM

Date Last Edited:

4/15/2026 12:53:14 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_941272

Position Description ID

254654

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

The Research Analyst will support applied research and evaluation projects in labor and workforce development for the POWER team. Key responsibilities include coordinating research and evaluation data collection efforts, designing methodologies, implementing studies, analyzing data, and disseminating findings. The role requires active engagement with community partners and stakeholders across Los Angeles and California. The Research Analyst will collaborate with the evaluation team to produce reports and create visually compelling materials for diverse audiences.

The Research Analyst will support applied research and evaluation projects on labor and workforce development in California. The role includes coordinating research, collecting and analyzing data, and collaborating with partners to produce reports and engaging materials for diverse audiences.

Project Support: Evaluation and Research Design and Data Coordination

Support evaluation and research projects 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 human subjects (IRB) applications. Help coordinate data collection efforts and contribute to the analysis of research data. Provide guidance and support to graduate and undergraduate students on research tasks and data analysis. Develop reference materials and training guides on data management, analysis, and reporting. Help compile and organize past Labor Center research projects and databases for internal access.

25%

Project Implementation, Data Cleaning and Analysis

Develop research and evaluation protocols. Conduct surveys, interviews, literature reviews, theory of change exercises, 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. Prepare workshops and conference materials for distribution. Engage regularly with community partners and key stakeholders in critical labor sectors and workforce development agencies in Los Angeles and California. Represent  POWER at workshops, conferences, and stakeholder meetings to enhance the organization's community profile.

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 an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required

Research and Writing

Strong research and writing skills.

Required

And

Public Speaking

Public Speaking skills and experience.

Required

And

Media

Experience and skill working with the media.

Required

And

Immigrant Issues

Knowledge of and experience with immigrant youth issues.

Required

And

Participatory Education

Knowledge of and experience with participatory education techniques.

Required

Proven systematic 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

Interpersonal skills to interact sensitively and to establish and maintain positive relationships with colleagues, students, community members, workers, and outside organization officials and staff from diverse social, cultural, and educational background.

Required

Fluent bilingual English/Spanish skills, including oral interpretation and written translation.

Required

Technologically savvy, ability to learn new programs and applications such as Qualtrics and knowledge of Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.

Required

Versatility and substantive knowledge in workforce development.

Required

Strong  research skills (e.g., experience conducting bibliographic searches, focus groups, interviews and surveys, and analyzing labor market data).

Required

Ability to perform a variety of intermediate and advanced statistical and analytical activities for the design of both quantitative and qualitative research studies and for the collection, compilation and analysis of data.

Required

Working knowledge of labor research and demonstrated ability to write clear, cogent, factually accurate research reports and summaries and to edit the work of others to the same standard.

Required

Ability to read and synthesize scholarly literature and to write articles and summaries on varied research topics.

Required

Ability to work independently on large and complex research projects, to negotiate and meet multiple deadlines, and to assist Labor Center staff in preparing materials for publication.

Required

Skill in determining priorities which accurately reflect the relative importance of job responsibilities and deadlines.

Required

Demonstrated ability to share research and evaluation results to a variety of stakeholders using popular education principles.

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.

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.