Position Title: Research Assistant - Cost Analysis & Research

Duties & Responsibilities: RAs will generally perform fact-finding tasks; develop preliminary analyses, and shape findings and recommendations for the team. RAs are expected to be familiar with standard information collection, compilation, summary and analysis methods; able to develop or apply appropriate methods to support needs of particular studies or analyses; must demonstrate strong communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skills with the ability to contribute effectively to a team approach to problem solving; • Participate in developing and maintaining information sources and contacts as directed; may attend meetings to collect information related to projects. • Research topics independently, compile data, and present information both orally and in writing. • Contribute to the creation/writing of task report(s) or paper(s). • Required to interact with Governmental or industrial representatives. • There are no direct supervisory or budgetary responsibilities.

Position Qualifications: • Recent (within the last 2 years) Bachelors Degree, preferably in economics, the natural sciences, engineering, mathematics, or statistics. • Backgrounds in quantitative, econometric, statistical, or computational methods are a plus. • Demonstrated ability to assemble and organize large, complex data sets for subsequent quantitative analyses is essential; experience programming and using engineering or statistical analysis software applications (such as MATLAB, Mathematica, MINITAB, SAS and STATA) is a plus • Successful candidates need to exhibit strong analytical and communication skills, a capacity for independent thought and sound judgment. Individuals selected for employment at IDA are subject to a security investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. • Candidates are required to submit a copy of their transcripts and a cover letter outlining how their skill set, experiences, and education align with the defined responsibilities. Upload as one document with resume. • Candidates may be asked to provide a writing sample. • U.S. Citizenship required. • Travel may be required.

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Benefits: IDA not only has created an atmosphere conducive to the careful study of public issues, but also one in which employees are motivated by a sense of the urgency and the importance of their work. Through a variety of collaborative programs, IDA seeks to expand and strengthen its own research capability, develop new initiatives involving national security, and promote its intellectual diversity. At IDA, we recognize that our success comes from the talent, dedication and work ethic of our employees. As a company, it is our responsibility to give employees the resources necessary to get the job done, as well as provide challenging and rewarding career opportunities, including opportunities for their personal and professional growth. IDA is proud to offer a comprehensive, competitive salary and benefits package. In addition to protecting you and your family's health and well-being, we offer work/life benefits to meet your needs.

Web Site: www.ida.org

Application Address: https://jobs-ida.icims.com/jobs/1936/research-assistant/job

Contact Email: peggert@ida.org (do not publish)

Application Deadline: 10/16/2012