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About the Role
The Policy Scholar will conduct and disseminate high-quality research and qualitative analysis to lawmakers and the public, engaging with the entirety of the Foundation’s work. This role requires accomplished generalists who understand research methodology and credibility across domains.
Responsibilities
- Conduct original research and quantitative analysis on a variety of public policy issues.
- Produce high-quality scholarship, with the aim of academic publication.
- Educate lawmakers and members of the public on Foundation research.
- Provide formal testimony to local, state, and federal entities.
- Take advantage of both internal and external ongoing development opportunities.
- Represent the Foundation in media as required.
Requirements
- Two or more years of experience in policy-related research.
- Demonstrable ability to produce top-tier academic research.
- Strong research and writing abilities.
- Strong quantitative-analysis skillset, including experience with statistical software packages like SPSS, Stata, R, and the like.
Skills
- Research methodology
- Qualitative analysis
- Quantitative analysis
- Statistical software packages (SPSS, Stata, R)
Location
- Austin, Texas
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- Two or more years of experience
Benefits
- Competitive salaries
- Excellent health insurance for staff and dependents
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) policies, including holidays and parental leave
- Retirement contribution matching
About the Company
- The Texas Public Policy Foundation (TPPF) is a 501(c)3 nonprofit research-based think tank in Austin, Texas.
- Established in 1989, TPPF promotes conservative principles and develops free-market approaches to public policy challenges affecting Texans and all Americans.
- TPPF analyzes complex issues, creates legislative policy solutions, and advocates for those solutions at the Texas Legislature, Congress, and other public forums.
- Offers a unique opportunity to be part of an organization that shapes the future of Texas & beyond through innovative thought leadership.
- Values a culture of hard work, entrepreneurship, intellectual curiosity, and collaboration.
- Supports team members and strives to create an environment where they are inspired to excel, motivated to innovate, and empowered to be servant leaders for the cause of liberty.