Child Trends conducts rigorous nonpartisan basic research, policy analysis, evaluation research, and methodological research, and develops, analyzes, and disseminates child and family indicators data. Child Trends' primary goal is to improve the quality, scope and use of research and statistical information concerning America's children. Designs research approach and selects appropriate quantitative or other tools or analysis. Must develop and write proposals. Mid-level researchers are encouraged to apply.
Salary commensurate with qualifications.
Develops or participates in developing research topics, proposals, budgets, and research design. Selects appropriate statistical techniques to analyze collected data. Makes site visits, conducts interviews with public officials and supervises field research. Writes final reports and presents results to clients. Prepares papers for presentations, publications, and testimony.