Skip Navigation

Search all jobs

Let’s change the world together!

USC is a leading private research university located in Los Angeles – a global center for arts, technology and international business. As one of the city’s largest private employers, responsible for more than $8 billion annually in economic activity in the region, we offer the opportunity to work in a dynamic and diverse environment, in careers that span a broad spectrum of talents and skills across a variety of academic schools and units. As a USC employee, you will enjoy excellent benefits and perks, and you will be a member of the Trojan Family - the faculty, staff, students and alumni who make USC a great place to work. Think you’ve got what it takes to join us? We invite you to search our open positions and apply!

Project Specialist

Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences Los Angeles, California

Project Specialist Job Description

The project specialist will work in a multidisciplinary environment in support of research on housing, neighborhoods, and health.

The job responsibilities include:

  • Uses Stata and other statistical programs as necessary (e.g. SAS, R) to extract, clean, manage, and analyze data in support of the research project.
  • Generates graphs, charts or tables to present analysis results and provides interpretation.
  • Participates in writing of reports, research papers, articles and other documentation of project status and/or administrative activities or project results.
  • Prepares reports, correspondence, other materials and analysis according to project schedules.
  • Assists with organizing and scheduling activities to meet research objectives and study protocol compliance.
  • Communicates with study team personnel to ensure study procedures are followed and research is performed as described in protocol.

Qualifications:

  • Ability to produce careful and detail-oriented work
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Strong writing skills
  • Basic understanding of statistical methods; Knowledge of statistical programming (SAS or STATA)

Preferred Education: Master's Degree; Bachelors degree with some experience will also be considered Preferred Experience: 3 Years Education Requirements Major in economics, statistics, quantitative social sciences, or related field required. Minimum Education: Bachelor's degree Minimum Experience: 2 years Minimum Field of Expertise: Directly related education and experience to be able to advise on project procedures and analysis techniques


REQ20117957 Posted Date: 08/28/2024

Job matching

With just one click and a connection to LinkedIn, we can connect you with jobs that match your work experience.

Start matchingto jobs with your LinkedIn account

Stay connected with University of Southern California

Sign up to receive job alerts

Select interests

Recently added jobs