Social Scientist | Fairfax, VA

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  • Location: Fairfax, VA

  • Company: Fedwriters

comprehensive study plans, conducting deep analyses, and synthesizing findings to drive strategic decisions for potential federal investment decisions. Responsibilities Include: Refining and implementing a comprehensive project plan for a congressionally mandated national study of public building infrastructure within the museum and library fields Authoring survey processes and crafting methodologies for qualitative and quantitative research processes within a schedule of work Conducting administrative reviews of grant applications related to facilities updates within the cultural sphere benchmarking trends and issues within the field Analyzing previous internal IMLS efforts and authoring a literature

review on the condition of libraries, museums, and peer-like facilities within the US Leading primary research initiatives, including on-the-ground backssments of selected libraries and museums, and facilitating communication with subject matter experts Synthesizing research findings into interim and final reports Collaborating with the Project Manager in the development of data visualizations, findings, briefs, and slide decks Based on research findings, developing a detailed economic analysis of the types of facilities investments needed by libraries and museums Required Qualifications and Skills: Master's degree in a social science research-focused field, such as Sociology, Anthropology, or

a related discipline Strong background in both qualitative and quantitative research methodologies Exceptional analytical and writing skills Desired: Ph D in a research-focused field, such as Sociology or Anthropology Experience working with federal public policy initiatives, especially within the cultural, museum, or library spheres Knowledge of museum or library trends General understanding of the federal grantmaking process Work Setting and Environment: Monday - Friday Part-time, not to exceed 20 hours per week Work is to be performed remotely How Fed Writers Will Compensate and Appreciate You: Fed Writers offers team members the opportunity to gain a lasting impression in this fast-growing small business.

Fed Writers provides a competitive package of salary and benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage; a matching 401(k) program; generous Paid Time Off (PTO); STD; LTD; life insurance; and more! Fed Writers abides by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a), and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, interaction, interactionual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, interaction, interactionual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. Fed Writers is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race; ethnicity; religion; gender; age; national origin; marital status; interactionual orientation; gender identity; family responsibilities; matriculation; physical or mental disabilities; political affiliation; genetic information; status as a protected veteran; or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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