Research Associate
The American Planning Association (APA) is dedicated to advancing the planning profession and supporting communities. They are seeking a Research Associate to develop educational products and conduct trend research related to foresight and emerging trends in urban planning.
Responsibilities
- Assist APA’s Foresight Manager and Chief Foresight and Knowledge Officer in coordinating APA’s foresight program
- Collaborate with APA’s education, upskilling, and careers services staff to develop educational products related to foresight and emerging topics
- Support applied research projects, including literature review, primary research, case study research, and creating project deliverables
- Contribute to and promote communications about foresight products, programs, and services
- Present at conferences, meetings, and other venues
- Assist the Foresight and Research teams in networking and developing ongoing relationships with a wide variety of partners and funders to advance APA strategic priorities
Skills
- Bachelor's in urban planning, social sciences, strategic foresight, or related field required
- One to three years of research experience
- Ability to work in an agile work environment and interest in developing work processes for new programs
- Strong presentation and written communication skills required
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously needed
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office products required
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their eligible dependents
- Paid Time Off
- Company Holidays
- Leave of Absence
- Flexible Work Arrangements
- Recognition
- Training
- Employee Assistance Program
- 403b
- Life
- Accidental Death & Dismemberment
- Disability
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