Public Policy Institute of California

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The Public Policy Institute of California is recruiting a research fellow with a background and strong interest in Public Finance and substantive knowledge and interest in budgeting, taxation, and other fiscal issues in California. Strong candidates will bring a driving interest in informing California’s policymaking processes, ideally in the Education, HHS, or Corrections policy area.

Skills in quantitative research, writing, external policy engagement, and communications, and a Ph.D. in demography, economics, education policy, health policy, political science, public policy, sociology, or a related discipline are required. Level of experience can range from recent Ph.D. graduate to senior-level researcher. A background in California policy research is desirable, as is federal or other-state experience that translates well 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.

Locations: San Francisco or Sacramento.

To Apply: Visit http://www.ppic.org/main/opportunities.asp and follow the application instructions.

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. AA/EEO/Veterans/Disabled employer.