Research Administrator, UMD FSRDC
The UMD Federal Statistical Research Data Center (FSRDC), located at the University of Maryland, is hiring a Research Administrator. The UMD FSRDC provides qualified researchers, with approved projects, the opportunity to perform statistical analyses using confidential/restricted-use microdata from the U.S. Census Bureau and other Federal Agencies. The Administrator’s responsibilities include (though are not limited to):
- working with researchers on proposal development and project management,
- ensuring that proposals and projects are properly documented in management and tracking systems,
- implementing Census Bureau’s policies and procedures concerning data stewardship,
- participating in network-wide activities that advance the growth and development of the overall FSRDC program,
- maintaining an active research agenda, and
- overseeing the day-to-day operations of the FSRDC lab.
The position is expected to start in fall 2022, with some flexibility and subject to Federal hiring
processes.
Qualified candidates should have a graduate degree (Masters or Ph.D.) in empirical (data-driven) social science disciplines such as economics, sociology, demography, or applied statistics. Strong writing, communication, and organization skills are a must. Candidates must also demonstrate the ability to coordinate and manage multiple projects, tasks, and deadlines. Applicants should submit a cover letter, resume/C.V. (including contact information for at least three professional references), and a sample of professional writing to Dr. Liu Yang (lyang1@umd.edu). Candidates will also be required to undergo the formal Federal hiring process, as well as pass security clearance checks. The selected candidate will become an employee of the U.S. Census Bureau, which manages the FSRDC program. More information about the FSRDC program is available here.
Submit application to Dr. Liu Yang
For information about the FSRDC programs, see the Census website.