RRI C Research Analyst LD

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Please list the names, telephone numbers and email addresses for three professional references. Your references will be contacted only if you are selected as a finalist for this position.

Proposed Start Date

Proposed Start Date 04/01/2026

Classification Title

Classification Title Research Analyst 1

Working Title

Working Title RRI C Research Analyst 1 LD

Department

Department 240200 - RRI Regional Research Institute

Position Number

Position Number D93225

Representation

Representation OP - SEIU/OPEU Local 503

Position FTE

Position FTE .25-.40

End date, if applicable

End date, if applicable 09/15/2026

Brief Description of PSU/School/Dept

Portland State University is Oregon’s most affordable public research university, located in the heart of one of America’s most dynamic cities. Our mission to “let knowledge serve the city” reflects our dedication to turning ideas into action — in Portland and around the world. The city is our campus, giving students unmatched access to career connections, a vibrant cultural scene and hands‑on learning experiences with hundreds of community partners.

More than 22,000 students from all backgrounds bring diverse perspectives to our classrooms and campus life
, from the tree‑lined Park Blocks to the bustling Urban Plaza and state‑of‑the‑art science labs. We are proud of our world‑class faculty, groundbreaking research and international reputation for excellence in sustainability, community engagement and innovation.

This position will support multiple grant‑funded research and evaluation projects for research teams led by PI Deb Elliott at PSU’s Regional Research Institute for Human Services. Tasks include participate in interviewer training activities, including scheduling and conducting interviews with participants over phone or video, track completed interviews in Access and assist in research tasks such as coordination, analysis, report writing, and dissemination.

This is an on‑call, intermittent, limited duration position.

–Two years of experience in research work. The experience must show the gathering of data from various sources; the tabulating or classifying of data into prescribed formats, forms, or reports; and the using of computers to retrieve, edit, or tabulate data;
OR

–An Associate’s degree with courses in research methods or statistics and basic computer concepts.

• Proficiency in using MS Access
• Proficiency programming in Qualtrics web survey software

• Familiarity with the social service systems in Portland and Medford Oregon, especially substance use, mental health, and homeless youth services.
• Creates an environment that acknowledges, encourages and celebrates differences.
• Functions and communicates effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities and cultural backgrounds.
• Seeks opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings with a willingness to change for continual improvement.
• Adheres to all PSU policies including the policies on Prohibited Discrimination & Harassment and the Professional Standards of Conduct.

Contributes to a culture of environmental stewardship, practices resource conservation, and actively works toward achieving long‑term sustainability goals.

Work Days/Hours On call and intermittent, between 10 hours and 16 hours per week.

The starting salary rate for this position will be between $19.36 and $21.91 per hour. The starting salary may be negotiable above this range, however it will be dependent upon the knowledge, experience, skills and abilities of the chosen candidate, the budget of the hiring department, and approval from HR.

This position is not eligible for health, dental and vision benefits.

This is an on‑call intermittent position as described in Article 24 of the S EIU collective bargaining agreement .

This position may be extended beyond 9/15/26, contingent upon the…