Job Requirements
Successful applicants will have demonstrated quantitative and/or qualitative research skills, strong analytic skills, excellent verbal and written communication skills, an interest in building a policy research portfolio, the ability to work effectively as a member of a multidisciplinary team, and a strong commitment to RAND's core values of quality and objectivity.
Education Requirements
PhD in psychology, criminology, anthropology, or relevant discipline (you may also apply if you are at the dissertation stage and expect to complete your PhD within 12 months); or PhD in other discipline or JD with evidence of extensive application of research methods to behavioral or social science issues; or Master's degree with 5+ years experience and demonstrable research leadership and proficiency in social science methods.
Experience
Positions are available at all levels of experience. A record of peer-reviewed publications and extramural funding consistent with experience is expected. We are particularly seeking candidates with experience in conducting applied and policy-oriented research, as well as strong theoretical, methodological, and quantitative skills.
Location
Santa Monica, CA; Pittsburgh, PA; Washington DC; or Boston, MA
Application Materials
CV, cover letter, and writing sample are required (PDF documents are preferred). One writing sample is sufficient if it is a published journal article from a refereed source, otherwise two writing samples are required (e.g., a draft first-authored journal article or a job market paper).
References: For researchers with fewer than 3 years of experience post-PhD completion, 3 letters of recommendation are required at the time of application. Letters of recommendation should be emailed directly to bpscts@rand.org. Applicants with more than 3 years of experience will be asked to submit contact information for references if selected to interview.
Salary Range: $100,000 - $262,500
Associate Researcher: $100,000 - $154,200
Full Researcher: $115,400 - $190,000
Senior Researcher: $152,700 - $262,500
Hiring ranges for Economists, Management Scientists and Physician Researchers are slightly higher than the ranges shown.
RAND considers a variety of factors when formulating an offer, including but not limited to, the specific role and associated responsibilities; a candidate’s work experience, education/training, skills, expertise; and internal equity. Successful candidates will be offered employment as an Associate, Full, or Senior researcher in a specific title, as determined by the candidate's education and experience. The salary range includes base pay plus RAND’s sabbatic pay (which provides additional compensation above base pay when vacation is taken). In addition, RAND provides strong benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, paid time-off and more.