Public Policy Institute of California

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The Public Policy Institute of California (PPIC) is a private nonprofit organization dedicated to informing and improving public policy in California through independent, objective, nonpartisan research. PPIC has offices in downtown San Francisco and near the capitol in Sacramento.

We have opened a search for a Research Fellow, Education

Research fellows contribute directly to PPIC’s mission. They are highly trained professionals with strong quantitative and analytical skills, and with a driving interest in using those skills to create and communicate knowledge that informs California’s policymaking processes.

PPIC’s priority areas in education research focus on implementing California’s new K-12 funding and accountability programs, narrowing achievement gaps, improving the outcomes of English learners, using resources effectively, and meeting the college skills and workforce needs of the global economy.

Qualifications:
Research fellows must have excellent skills in quantitative research, writing, external policy engagement, and communications. Research fellows have doctoral degrees from various disciplines, including demography, economics, education policy, political science, public policy, sociology, and others. Candidates should be able to demonstrate significant interest in connecting research to policy making. We seek applicants at various stages in their careers, including recent Ph.D. graduates as well as mid-career and senior level researchers. While a background in California education policy is an advantage, we also seek applicants with federal and/or other state-level education policy experience that could be translated to the California context.

PPIC values the wide variety of backgrounds and experiences of our research staff. Key elements in the consideration of qualified candidates include excellence; diversity of talents, backgrounds, and viewpoints; and a strong fit with the institute’s mission, values, and goals.

To Apply:
Please visit http://www.ppic.org/main/opportunities.asp and submit your application letter, your C.V., a brief writing sample, and the names and contact information of three references. References will not be contacted without your prior approval. Applications will be considered as they are received and until the position has been filled. Please mention in your cover letter whether you will be attending the AEA annual meeting; candidates who would like to be considered for an interview at AEA in early January should apply by December 1st.

As an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, PPIC is committed to excellence through diversity. We encourage women and members of minority groups to apply. The institute offers competitive compensation, an excellent benefits package, and an intellectually stimulating work environment. For more information about PPIC, visit www.ppic.org.