Research Associate I (ISR)

## Overview - Institute for Social Research (ISR) is a growing, interdisciplinary applied research center situated at Sacramento State's Downtown School. With a rich 35-year history, ISR specializes in conducting program evaluations and research studies for state and local agencies, community organizations, private foundations, and academic institutions. Comprised of 18 professional staff and student research assistants, ISR’s mission is to be a public research partner to those organizations and agencies who are working to improve the lives of residents across the greater Sacramento region. https://www.csus.edu/center/institute-social-research/services-clients.html ## Description | **Broad Scope & Function** | The Research Associate I is responsible for conducting a variety of research tasks for clients of ISR. This includes conceptualizing the research problem, developing appropriate measures and instruments (questionnaires, interviews, observational schedules), supervising data collection and data entry, outlining and executing analysis, including applying appropriate statistical tests, designing tables and graphics for the display of results, and assisting in writing research reports. | | --- | --- | | **Reporting Relationship** | The position reports directly to and receives general supervision from the Associate Director of the Institute for Social Research. The position provides work direction to ISR staff/students in relation to tasks under the incumbent’s direction. May receive work direction from the Finance & Business Operations Manager and other ISR staff in the performance of tasks under that person’s direction. | | **Salary** | Full range: $23.78-$35.68 per year ($49,462-$74,214 per year) Anticipated hiring range: $23.78-$29.73 per hour ($49,462 - $61,838 per year) | | **Benefits** | UEI contribution to a TIAA retirement plan after one year of service Paid Vacation Time Paid Sick Time Paid Holidays – 14 paid holidays per year including paid time off the week between Christmas Day and New Year’s Day as the CSUS campus is closed Excellent medical benefits – 100% employer-paid medical & dental for employee-only coverage and low cost for family coverage Educational Assistance Program for employees and/or dependents Discounted membership to The WELL, Sacramento State’s on-campus fitness center View a comprehensive list of all of the benefits at https://www.enterprises.csus.edu/wp-content/uploads/UEI_Benefits-At-A-Glance-Brochure_Projects.pdf | | **Application Instructions** | This position closes to new applicants on August 2, 2026. Your application will be reviewed after this date. Please include the following with your application: Cover letter Resume If this document is not included, your application materials will not be considered. Please include your employment history in the “Employment Experience” section of your application in addition to submitting your resume. | | **Conditions of Employment** | The selected candidate must furnish proof of eligibility to work in the United States. University Enterprises, Inc. is not a sponsoring agency (i.e. H-1B Visa). This position is a full-time, non-exempt (eligible for overtime pay), benefited position, with a defined contribution retirement plan through TIAA. (The position is not covered under the California Public Employees’ Retirement System.) Continued employment in this position is dependent upon funding and the mutual consent of University Enterprises and the employee, and either University Enterprises or the employee, can, at any time, terminate the employment relationship at will, with or without cause. Program continuation is contingent upon funding. | | **Duties and Responsibilities** | Assists with literature reviews and consultation with subject matter specialists in developing the scope and conduct of studies and identifying appropriate resources and data. Assists with the construction of questionnaires, interview schedules, and coding manuals needed to obt…