Social Science Research Analyst

We're Looking for a skilled Social Science Research Analyst in the Social Security Administration based in Woodlawn, Maryland. Read through the job description to see if it matches your current experience.

The Successful Applicant

Applicants must qualify for the series and grade of the posted position. Your resume must provide sufficient experience knowledge skills abilities language requirements and proficiency of any required competencies to perform the specific position for which you are applying. Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your experience knowledge skills and abilities as they relate to this position. Please submit a thorough resume that directly relates to this position.Applicants MUST meet the following Individual Occupational Requirement (IOR) to qualify for this Social Science Series. NOTE: TRANSCRIPTS AND OTHER SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION ARE REQUIRED TO SUBSTANTIATE POSSESSION OF QUALIFYING EDUCATION EVEN IF YOU CURRENTLY HOLD OR HAVE PREVIOUSLY HELD A SOCIAL SCIENCE RESEARCH ANALYST POSITION. Possess a degree in behavioral or social science or related disciplines appropriate to the position. Transcript must include the degree and date conferred OR A combination of education and experience that provided me with knowledge of one or more of the behavioral or social sciences equivalent to a major in the field. Transcripts must document the semester credit hours acquired in a behavioral or social science or related disciplines appropriate to the position OR Have 4 years of appropriate experience that demonstrates that I have acquired the knowledge of one or more of the behavioral or social sciences equivalent to a major in the field. In addition to the above IOR applicants must meet one of the following: 52 weeks of specialized experience at the GS11 level or equivalent in or relate to the work of the position to be filled that has equipped you with the knowledge skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. Such experience must include conducting social or economic research concerning the effects of social insurance programs and applying quantitative or qualitative data analysis to conduct research and develop findings. These experiences must include the use of SAS STATA SPSS R or Python (for quantitative) or NVivo or Atlas.ti (for qualitative) to analyze data and develop data files and reports. OR Possess a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree. OR A combination of education and experience. NOTE: Experience in related fields that does not involve the use and understanding of social science principles and theories may not be used as qualifying experience for these positions. Qualification standards and additional information for this position can be found here: Social Science Research Analyst Qualification Standards

What’s on Offer

The role offers excellent opportunities for top performers to further develop their competencies as a social worker and improving the lives of people.