MIDC Research Associate Position Available
Summary:
The Michigan Indigent Defense Commission (MIDC) is hiring a research associate who will work on a variety of projects to measure and improve trial-level indigent defense representation in Michigan. These projects center on the implementation and statistical measurement of new indigent defense standards in trial-level court systems throughout the state. The preferred candidate will possess a strong social science or public policy background, an interest in data analysis, and a desire to enhance his or her research skills.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
• Assist with the identification of research measures and data collection protocols to assess compliance with MIDC standards for best practices in indigent defense representation;
• Participate in the collection of data on indigent defense representation from over 150 court systems around the state;
• Manage, analyze and interpret large and complex data sets, including integrating, cleaning, coding, and verifying accuracy of data;
• Translate research findings into written reports and policy briefings; prepare and deliver presentations to practitioners and researchers;
• Participate in the identification, planning, development, and implementation of additional research projects;
• Assist on other projects as assigned.
Education and Experience:
• Possession of a master’s degree in Criminology, Public Policy, Social Work, Sociology or related field with coursework in measurement, evaluation and research design. Master’s degree may be substituted with sufficient coursework and at least three years of post-bachelor experience with evaluation research and statistical modeling.
• Demonstrated capacity for statistical analysis and Stata/SAS/SPSS programming;
• Ability to manage work on multiple projects effectively and to work both independently and collaboratively;
• Drive to develop creative solutions to address methodological challenges;
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
The preferred candidate will have criminal justice research and evaluation experience and a knowledge of Michigan’s criminal justice system.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
Occasional travel may be required, an individual with a valid driver’s license and insured vehicle is preferred.
Salary:
The anticipated salary range is $45,000 – $55,000 based on education and experience.
Work Location:
Lansing, Michigan with occasional travel throughout the state.
To apply please send your cover letter and resume in Microsoft Word or Adobe Acrobat format to careers@michiganidc.gov. If you are unable to send materials electronically they may be mailed to the MIDC, 200 N. Washington Square, 3rd Floor, Lansing, MI 48933.
SUBMISSION DEADLINE: November 30, 2015
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